Inside Murder Trial
By BBC Radio Scotland
Extraordinary courtroom access takes listeners uniquely inside real-life unfolding murder trials. Journalist Jane MacSorley and advocate Thomas Ross KC unpack each days events.
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9. The man with the Mexican styled moustache
Renee’s GP gives evidence about an encounter that has haunted him for decades. -
8. It must have slipped by mind
A damning note, sent to Police 29 years after Renee and her son vanish, is considered. -
7. I deny any association with Mrs. MacRae
We hear from the accused about his affair with Renee and his treatment of her. -
6. A Walking Dead Man
Evidence concerning a most unusual and urgent request by the accused is heard. -
5. Tell the Man to Go and Boil his Head
The wife of the accused, William MacDowell, takes the witness stand. -
4. Everything is Helpful
We hear from the Crown's key witness, Renee’s closest friend and confidante. -
3. The Family Secret
Renee’s only sibling gives evidence and the secret Renee never shared with her. -
2. A Perfect Place to Hide a Body
Renee’s estranged husband testifies. The accused, MacDowell, was his employee. -
1. Well Ablaze
Day one of this extraordinary trial at which you have a front row seat in the courtroom. -
Introducing... Inside Murder Trial
As a 46-year-old cold case goes to trial to discover who killed Renee and Andrew MacRae?
