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Uncovering the truth about Katie Simpson鈥檚 death

It was a case that shook the equestrian community. Now a new series explores the secret investigation that led to a murder trial

It was a case that shook the equestrian community. Now a new series explores the secret investigation that led to a murder trial.

Tara Mills speaks to Rachel Hooper and Natalie Maynes, producers from 鈥榃alk on Air鈥� films about events that led up to the death of 21-year-old showjumper Katie Simpson.

In a new documentary series, recorded over a period of years, Rachel and Natalie delve into the coercive control so many women experienced at the hands of Jonathan Creswell.

He鈥檚 the man accused of Katie鈥檚 rape and murder, and was found dead one day after going on trial.

Police initially thought Katie had taken her own life, and were it not for the tenacity of a small group of people, the case would likely have ended there.

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