A true crime documentary series on Channel 4 is airing a new episode tonight that delves into the brutal murder of a much-loved mother. Murder Case: The Digital Detectives follows detectives as they use cutting-edge digital forensics to solve complex crimes, featuring real-life bodycam footage and emergency call logs.
Tonight's episode, the third of the new season, focuses on the murder of Hampshire mum Samantha Holden in 2022. According to a Channel 4 synopsis, the episode follows a killer on the run across Europe, a digital trail, and a text message that unlocks the truth. The message reportedly read: "I am 30 seconds from your door."
Series format and previous episodes
The series first launched in 2024 and became a success, with each episode focusing on a different case. Season Two has covered recent investigations including the 2025 murder of Sheffield teenager Harvey Willgoose. Last week's episode explored the death of a 19-year-old in a gang rivalry.
Viewers have praised the series on social media. One TikTok user called it a "really good watch," while another described an episode as "horrifying to the core." A Facebook comment called a previous episode "shocking" and "heartbreaking."
How to watch
Murder Case: The Digital Detectives airs tonight at 9pm on Channel 4. Episodes are also available to stream online. Another episode will air next Thursday, August 6, at 9pm.
