With unparalleled and intimate access, this four-part series follows Manchester's murder detectives over the course of a year as they try to unravel complex cases in dramatic real time.
Episode 1
When a burnt body is discovered in a homeless camp under railway arches close to the city centre, GMP's Major Incident Team are called to the scene and very soon a murder investigation is underway. Also, another case comes into MIT. A woman is the victim of a horrific petrol bomb attack in her own home.
Episode 2
Detectives continue to investigate the murder of young homeless man Daniel Smith in the city centre. Meanwhile in Bolton, Greater Manchester, a local man has gone missing and rumours in the community suggest he has come to harm. DCI Sarah Jones is assigned the case.
Episode 3
Even with multiple suspects in custody, the investigation into the murder of Daniel Smith continues to prove complex. The disappearance of a Bolton man is being treated as murder despite no body being found.
Episode 4
As detectives and family prepare for the trial in the murder of Daniel Smith the team's ongoing enquiries lead them to a homeless shelter where another horrific crime comes to light.
