Cut to the Crime

Adele Bellis's life was turned upside down in 2014 when her abusive former partner orchestrated a sulphuric acid attack.

In 2022, Sophia Ruskin survived a terrifying attack by her neighbour, who broke into her flat with an axe, and dragged her downstairs beating her black and blue.

In 1990 Tony Paris, alongside two others, was falsely imprisoned for the murder of Lynette White. Following a community and family-led campaign, the court of appeal cleared the men of any wrongdoing.

Caroline Wilkinson is a world-renowned forensic practitioner who specialises in facial reconstruction. This crucial work is used to help identify remains found as part of police investigations, giving them a name and a face.

In July 1994, Alison Ward and her young son Sam went through horrendous near-death experiences at the hands of Alison's ex-partner. Chillingly, with Sam present, as Alison's ex-partner produced a knife he said, "today's the day you're going to die."

John Daynes had a rocky start in life. Aged 15, John faced his first custodial sentence and after his release, he continued in the world of crime, becoming addicted to crack cocaine, leading to violence and theft to feed his habit.

Emily Duff had a positive upbringing. Unfortunately, an abusive boyfriend got her doing 'favours' for him by collecting cash and running drugs.

After losing his job, Tino Tapfumaneyi received a message offering money to pick up cash. These pick-ups escalated to drugs, and whilst he knew it was wrong, he kept saying to himself "tomorrow I'll stop."

Chris Calvert worked in a bank and was bored with the repetitive routine. She gave it up and joined Humberside Police, working on high-profile murder cases, like those of Joanne Hamer and Samantha Class.

Nat Asabere was out with his boyfriend when they were the victims of a homophobic attack. Now, Nat and Michael are dedicated to raising awareness.