The Wimbledon Killer

Rachel Nickell was brutally stabbed to death on Wimbledon Common in 1992. Following an extensive manhunt, police think they have the killer but after a year in custody, the trial collapses and it’s clear they’ve got the wrong man. Is there a psychopath still at large? How long before he strikes again?

Miniseries

S1 • E1

EP 2 ⏱ 47 min

Episode 2

As the police continue to hunt for Rachel Nickell's killer, they realise a spate of attacks might be linked. After sixteen years, advances in forensics and new discoveries, Police catch their man, Robert Napper. How was he able to hide in plain sight? And what other crimes might he have committed?

Miniseries

S1 • E2

Overview

When Rachel Nickell is stabbed to death on Wimbledon Common in 1992 the police launch the biggest investigation since the Yorkshire Ripper. Colin Stagg is arrested, only for the judge to throw out the case.

First Air Date

2025-05-27

Last Air Date

2025-05-27

Language

English

Network

Prime Video

Credits

Dan Jobar — Editor