True Crime Xtra

On July 31st, 1995 Patricia 'Patti' Berry disappeared on her way home from work, a completely out of character occurrence that would spark a sinister 19 year long mystery.

In October 1988, Patricia Ann Jacob's body was discovered on the bank of the Neches River in Austin, Texas. The Texas Rangers were just beginning a 34-year pursuit of justice.

A man suspected in his girlfriend's murder swears he didn't do it - can his Fitbit prove he's innocent.

Top-notch forensic science helps solve real crimes. Insects found on a decomposing body are used to track down a twisted killer who stuffed Edna Posey into a box to leave her to rot.

A teenage girl uses her own knowledge of forensics to help police track down her abductor.

Investigators have the gruesome task of identifying the owner of a severed leg found in a rubbish bin.

Top-notch forensic science helps solve crimes. A post-mortem on a badly burned body reveals he was stabbed 24 times. Police suspect that more than one criminal might be responsible.

In January 1989, Mary Hague-Kelly was discovered raped and strangled to death in her home in Texas. In the wake of her murder, it seemed a monster may live close by.

A study in modern crime solving techniques. It demonstrates how traditional investigative techniques can now be significantly enhanced by the scientific power of DNA profiling.

A woman suddenly vanishes and is not reported missing for months - her hairdresser pushes for answers - is she dead or alive.

A frozen body wrapped in sheets is found near Anchorage, Alaska, by hikers and a salvaged fingerprint and a tuft of red carpet quickly uncover the killer.

Nancy Ludwig is found stabbed to death in her hotel room in Detroit. Her death is similar to another woman, Margaret Eby, who was murdered five years earlier.

A tragedy on a shrimp boat during a storm sees the captain drown. The deckhand lives to tell the tale, but his version of the truth is called into question.

When a wealthy tycoon is killed, his will stipulates what to do in the event of him being killed under violent circumstances. Why was he so prepared.

A widower claims he started a cleaning business with his girlfriend but that she allegedly neglected to pay him.

A new tenant allegedly disturbs the peace when his move-in time is adjusted; the Judge tells the landlord to 'kiss the carpet that he didn't move in!

A man sues his former business partner for the return of two Mercedes and claims he was conned in an out-of-state deal.

A disgruntled employee sneaks into a store to steal clothing off the rack from her former boss who allegedly owes her money.

An angry student claims a co-worker repaid a loan with a bad cheque. Ex-roommates clash over a stolen Playstation, damaged walls and unpaid rent.

Charges of disorderly conduct in a club land ex-lovers in jail and fighting over payment of bail. Family drama escalates when sisters become co-workers.

A retired teacher accuses neighbourhood children of poisoning and killing his pet fish.

A married couple deny owing their ex-roommate for property and the loss of a dog when his behaviour around their child is called into question.

A woman sues for emotional distress after claiming she walked in on strangers having sex in her new home.