Andy Malkinson, a man wrongly imprisoned for more than 17 years, is the focus of tonight's episode of Convictions Gone Bad with Will Mellor, airing at 9pm on Crime+Investigation.
The series, fronted by former Hollyoaks star Will Mellor, explores five of the most shocking miscarriages of justice in legal history. Viewers will hear from experts including a former detective, a forensic scientist, and legal professionals, gaining insight into how individuals were failed by the justice system and the evidence that eventually set them free.
Mistaken identity leads to conviction
Tonight's episode follows Andy Malkinson, whose life changed when police arrived at his door investigating a serious crime. Despite having no connection to the offence, a case of mistaken identity led to his conviction and a prison sentence of more than 17 years.
As Malkinson repeatedly protested his innocence, his appeals failed. The situation worsened when key evidence was found to have been destroyed by the authorities, seemingly closing off any route to clearing his name.
Breakthrough in forensic science
With support from family, friends, and a dedicated legal charity, Malkinson's fight continued. As forensic science advanced, a breakthrough finally exposed the truth, bringing one of the most troubling miscarriages of justice in recent history to light.
The official synopsis reads: "Andy Malkinson's life is turned upside down when police arrive at his door investigating a serious crime. Although he has no connection to the offence, a case of mistaken identity leads to his conviction and a prison sentence that will keep him behind bars for more than 17 years."
Viewer reaction and where to watch
The first episode, which aired last week, focused on a mother wrongly convicted of killing her young children. Viewers have praised the series as a "brilliant watch". One social media user wrote: "Ohhh, this will be another good watch, I'm sure." Another commented: "This will be a good watch!"
Crime+Investigation previously teased: "Will Mellor fronts this gripping true crime series, delving into five of the most shocking miscarriages of justice in legal history." It added: "We hear from the falsely accused in their own words, providing an insight into what it's like to be arrested, tried and convicted of the most horrendous of crimes; and the subsequent battle to clear their name."
The series can be streamed via the Crime+Investigation app or on TV channels including Virgin and Sky, as well as through subscription add-on services like Prime Video.
