Missing Evidence
The consequences for victims and those accused of crimes when police lose evidence.
File on 4 Investigates · BBC Radio 4
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Show Notes
Michael Cowan investigates the consequences for victims of crime and those accused of offences when crucial evidence goes missing or is lost by police forces. He speaks to a man who says he is trying to clear his name but vital evidence has been lost.
Reporter: Michael Cowan Producer: Jim Booth Editor: Nicola Addyman Additional research: Wil Crisp and Sophie Eastaugh
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