The UK has 6M+ CCTV cameras (1 per 14 people) running 24/7, creating 1B+ hours of footage weekly. Nick Wallis reports on how police use this massive surveillance system to prevent crime and catch criminals.
Where to Watch Criminals: Caught on Camera • Season 5
10 Episodes
Violent Britain
E1
Violent BritainTwo officers tackle a man carrying two knives, a shooting outside a club sparks a huge investigation, and a gang of armed robbers try everything they can to make their escape.
Criminals on the Run
E2
Criminals on the RunDetectives explain how CCTV was used to help track a man who brutally murdered his father and then went on the run.
Cops and Robbers
E3
Cops and RobbersA fake robbery is caught on camera. One shop worker gives an Oscar-worthy performance but police soon suspect that it's all an act.
Terror on the Streets
E4
Terror on the StreetsTerrorists were planning a murderous attack, but they were unaware that their preparations were being caught on camera.
Drink and Drug Crimes
E5
Drink and Drug CrimesMore than twice the limit, a drunk driver recorded her collision on her dash cam. Border Force and Navy vessels surround a suspicious ship.
Brazen Criminals
E6
Brazen CriminalsEight bus passengers and a car driver faked an accident, so they could make false insurance claims. It it was foiled thanks to CCTV.
Criminals on the Move
E7
Criminals on the MoveNick Wallis reveals why cameras are proving useful when it comes to controlling rowdy football fans on trains.
Reckless Criminals
E8
Reckless CriminalsSome criminals' acts of lawlessness inadvertently affect innocent bystanders, including a cash machine thief who crashed his getaway car.
Crime and Punishment
E9
Crime and Punishment
Crimes of Greed
E10
Crimes of GreedA gang run a restaurant owner off the road; police turn to CCTV to find down. A heartless criminal is caught on camera robbing a 92-year-old.
