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A decades-long quest for justice as the police and Arlene鈥檚 family fight through courtrooms and appeals to uncover the truth about her disappearance.

This episode explores the long legal fight to secure justice for Arlene as the police investigation is rigorously tested through two murder trials and a dramatic appeals process. This journey spans from the High Court in Edinburgh in 2003 to the Scottish Parliament in 2025, where Arlene鈥檚 sister Carol continues her determined campaign to uncover the truth about what happened to her sister.

Featuring remarkable new testimony from individuals who have never spoken publicly before, this episode follows the enduring commitment of the police and Arlene鈥檚 family as they pursue justice and answers.

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Thu 9 Apr 2026 01:45

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