Crime Stories: India Detectives
★ 6.6 · 2021 · Crime · Documentary · Mystery
With unprecedented access to the Bengaluru City Police, this gripping series follows major criminal investigations from the moment the crime is reported through to the capture of the suspects. From murder to kidnap to extortion, each film tracks a shocking and compelling case in the heart of India's Silicon Valley. Filmed with senior officers at home and at work, this is a unique window into the lives of Bengaluru's police officers as they attempt to detect the most complex and serious crimes in the city.
Episodes
1. A Murdered Mother52m · When a stabbing incident kills a mother and leaves her son gravely injured, Bengaluru police trace the steps and the motives of their unusual suspect.
2. Body In a Bag44m · A murdered body is found in a sack, but without clear evidence implicating the initial suspects, police seek smaller clues in hopes for a breakthrough.
3. Dying For Protection54m · As sub-inspector Latha Mahesh handles her first murder investigation, findings lead her to reexamine attitudes towards sex workers and their safety.
4. The Stolen Baby37m · Four teams are sent to track down a man alleged to have taken a baby girl from her family, but the suspect may have an unexpected accomplice.More Like This
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