Cambs Cops: Our Stories

‘Wrong place, wrong time’ – our latest podcast follows the heartbreaking murder of student Mohammed Algasim.

He was only 20 years-old, a ‘dutiful son, loving brother’ and the ‘leader of his family in spirit’. He was staying in Cambridge to study English and following a day with friends in London had returned to the city with friends.

Spending a summer evening talking to friends, sitting on a wall in the city centre, his life was taken in a random knife attack.

In our latest podcast we talk to the senior investigating officer, DCI Dale Mepstead, about this tragic case.

Following the gripping two-part episode of 24 Hours in Police Custody, today’s podcast goes beyond the screen and into the reality of a case that haunted investigators for a decade. In 2013, 86‑year‑old Una Crown was murdered in her own home. Despite extensive enquiries at the time, vital questions went unanswered, and the investigation stalled. Years later, everything changed — not through luck, but through advances in DNA technology that allowed officers to re‑examine evidence in ways that simply weren’t possible before. In this episode, we’re joined by Senior Investigating Officer Iain Moor, who led the re‑investigation into Una Crown’s murder. He explains how developments in forensic science proved critical, the pressure of revisiting a deeply traumatic case, and the persistence required to finally move closer to justice. This is a rare behind‑the‑scenes insight into modern policing — where time, technology, and determination come together in the pursuit of the truth. You’ve seen the story unfold on screen. Now, hear it from the officer who led it.

A woman is found dead in a quiet Cambridgeshire village. At first, it looks like a tragic accident — nothing more. But as detectives start to piece together the details, subtle clues point to something far darker.

In this true crime podcast episode, we unravel how a seemingly straightforward incident became a complex, sinister investigation. Step by step, we follow detectives as they uncovered the truth someone hoped would stay hidden.

 

Welcome to 24 Hours in Cambs Custody, the podcast that takes you behind the scenes of one of the most crucial parts of policing – the custody suite. In this episode, we shine a light on the dedicated team who work around the clock to keep detainees safe, uphold the law, and support investigations. From managing high-risk individuals to ensuring every process meets strict legal standards, discover what really happens when someone is brought into custody

When seconds count, the Road Policing Unit is often the difference between life and death. These officers face scenes of trauma that most of us will never witness in a lifetime—yet they show up every day, doing everything possible to give people a fighting chance of survival.

In this episode, we explore how officers cope with the emotional impact of repeated exposure to tragedy and the teamwork and resilience that keep them going

It’s raw, real, and a powerful reminder of the human side of policing.

"When you’re young, you think you’re invincible."

Sgt Craig Wheeler recalls a collision that will never leave him:
A young man, never in trouble before, driving too fast. In just ten seconds, he mounted a pavement and killed a child.

Two lives shattered forever – the child’s family and his own. One moment of overconfidence, one mistake, and everything changed.

Craig shares why these tragedies happen, the devastating ripple effect, and why road safety is something none of us can ignore.

** Trigger warning - this podcast involves discussions around child sex offenders**

When DC Molly Halksworth sat opposite Anthony Goodridge she had no idea she was about to hear the horrifying details of his shocking crimes.

A moment that remains with her as she describes it as the most horrific thing she has heard in her life.

In our latest podcast we explore the case of convicted child sex offender Goodridge who committed a series of offences on children.

And how one child’s brave call for help unravelled his horrendous crimes and ultimately led to him being jailed for 26 years in October last year.

"Is the patient breathing?"
"I'm not sure... No. No, she isn't."

When a man dialled 999, reporting that his wife had died in her sleep, his story seemed simple: a tragic, natural death.

But something didn’t sit right.

As investigators peeled back the layers, they uncovered a web of inconsistencies. What began as a heartbreaking call for help soon spiralled into a full-scale murder investigation.

In this gripping new episode, we take you inside the case—from the haunting emergency call to the fight for justice for Sian Hammond.

With more than two decades of experience, PC Mike Price is an oracle when it comes to policing football.

And despite being a QPR fan, he took on the full-time role as lead officer for Peterborough United four years ago and now says he has a passion for the club.

While the atmosphere at games is generally good, there is a very small minority of fans on officers’ radar.

The management of some of the county’s most dangerous offenders is no easy job and a daily challenge for the team responsible.

 

In our latest podcast DI Gavin Slyvester talks about how his team manages sex offenders and high risk violent offenders.