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The Detective’s Dilemma

The Detective’s Dilemma

By: Casefile Presents
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 When 22‑year‑old Sian O’Callaghan went missing, Detective Steve Fulcher arrested a suspect who offered to lead him to her body. The suspect then asked, “Do you want another one?” What would you have done?

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  • Episode 1

    Episode 1
    Oct 22 2025
    22‑year‑old Sian O’Callaghan was reported missing after a night out with friends. Detective Inspector Steve Fulcher was the lead investigator. CCTV cameras showed her getting into an unidentified vehicle—then she was gone.

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    30 mins
  • Episode 2

    Episode 2
    Oct 22 2025
    The car stopped next to Sian, and a minute and four seconds later, it drove off—with her in it. But it didn’t make sense: Sian didn’t live that far away. More CCTV footage showed it was a taxi. The driver: Christopher John Halliwell.

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    33 mins
  • Episode 3

    Episode 3
    Oct 22 2025
    Halliwell had a police record and looked like a strong suspect. Fulcher made the decision to place him under covert surveillance, hoping he still had Sian and could lead them to her. Police teams followed him for several days.

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    32 mins
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10 part story great listen helps you understand how UK justice system can really not work for the people doing what is right and the lack of support when it goes wrong.

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