About this podcast
Exploring arguments from both the prosecution and the defence whilst combing through evidence heard in major UK criminal trials.
Huntingdon Train Attack
The trial of Anthony Williams from Peterborough who is accused of carrying out a multiple stabbing attacks on a train in Cambridgeshire in 2025, and separate attacks.
Previously on In Court:
1. The Trial of Constance Marten and Mark Gordon – Constance Marten and Mark Gordon are on trial at the Old Bailey over their baby's death.
2. Parole Hearing of a Killer - Murderer William Dunlop, whose conviction changed legal history, is up for parole.
3. The Truth of Lucy Letby - Follow the trials of child serial killer Lucy Letby.
4. Chris Kaba Killing - Police Officer on Trial - Follow the trial of Sergeant Martyn Blake, who was charged with the murder of Chris Kaba.
5. Southport Stabbings - Teenager Axel Rudakubana is in court for the murder of three young girls in Southport.
6. Bodies In The Suitcases - Yostin Mosquera was on trial for murder after body parts were found in Bristol.
7. Liverpool Parade: The Paul Doyle Trial: The former Royal Marine Commando is on trial for charges including dangerous driving and causing grievous bodily harm with intent.
Stockport Drug and Rape: The trial of a Stockport husband accused of drugging and raping his wife, and 12 other men alleged to have sexually abused the victim.
Episodes
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- Huntingdon Train Attack: 'Am I going to die?' · 16 minThe court hears from five passengers who were attacked by 33-year-old Anthony Williams on the train that was heading to London Kings Cross on Saturday 1 November 2025. BBC…
- Stockport Drug and Rape: The trial begins · 12 minBBC Journalist, Mat Trewern and BBC Radio Manchester Presenter, Michelle Dignan follow the trial, it’s been almost two months since the jury was first sworn in at Manchester…
- Huntingdon Train Attack: 'I ran for my life' · 15 minThe court hears from four witnesses who were attacked by 33-year-old Anthony Williams, before his train "rampage". One described how he “ran for his life” following his encounter…
- Huntingdon Train Attack: 'A storm of violence' · 22 minWe hear about the bravery of passengers as the prosecution lay out their case against Anthony Williams. BBC Cambridgeshire’s Phil Shepka and BBC Journalist Luke de Costa bring…
- Huntingdon Train Attack: Day One · 18 minThe jury is sworn in during the trial of Anthony Williams from Peterborough who is accused of carrying out a multiple stabbing attacks on a train in Cambridgeshire in 2025, and…
- Huntingdon Train Attack: Trailer · 6 minFollowing the trial of Anthony Williams from Peterborough who is accused of carrying out a multiple stabbing attacks on a train in Cambridgeshire in 2025, and separate attacks…
- Stockport Drug and Rape Trial: Pensioner Admits Rape · 7 minIn this episode we hear about another defendant who has changed their plea to guilty. It’s been over six weeks since the jury was first sworn in at Manchester Minshull Street…
- Stockport Drug and Rape: More Guilty Pleas · 6 minJoin BBC Journalist, Mat Trewern and BBC Radio Manchester Presenter, Michelle Dignan, as they follow this major criminal trial. In this episode we hear about fresh guilty pleas…
- Stockport Drug and Rape Trial: The Defence · 12 minJoin BBC Journalist, Mat Trewern and BBC Radio Manchester Presenter, Michelle Dignan, as they follow this major criminal trial. In this episode, whilst there is a gap in court…
- Stockport Drug and Rape Trial: The Prosecution · 9 minJoin BBC Journalist, Mat Trewern and BBC Radio Manchester Presenter, Michelle Dignan, as they follow this major criminal trial. In this episode, whilst there is a gap in court…
- Stockport Drug and Rape: 'Work to be done' · 4 minAn update on the trial of a husband from Stockport accused of drugging and raping his wife, and 12 other men alleged to have committed sexual offences against the same victim…
- Stockport Drug and Rape: The Husband · 7 minAn update on the trial of a husband from Stockport accused of drugging and raping his wife, and 12 other men alleged to have committed sexual offences against the same victim…
- Stockport Drug and Rape: The Defendants · 11 minJoin BBC Journalist, Mat Trewern and BBC Radio Manchester Presenter, Michelle Dignan, as they follow this major criminal trial from day one. Ahead of the prosecution opening…
- Stockport Drug and Rape: The Jury · 12 minJoin BBC Journalist, Mat Trewern and BBC Radio Manchester Presenter, Michelle Dignan, as they follow this major criminal trial from day one. In this episode, ahead of the…
- Stockport Drug and Rape: Trailer · 4 minFollow the trial of a husband from Stockport accused of drugging and raping his wife, and 12 other men alleged to have sexually abused the victim The husband, who is in his…
- “You used your vehicle as a dangerous weapon” · 15 minPaul Doyle, who used his car as a "weapon" to drive into crowds at Liverpool FC's victory parade has been jailed for 21 years and six months. The judge told him he drove at…
- Dashcam footage: a "man out of control" · 15 minPaul Doyle's sentencing begins with court shown distressing footage from his own dashcam, on the day he drove his car into the crowd at Liverpool FC’s victory parade. Fans hurt…
- "Guilty" · 13 minPaul Doyle dramatically changes his plea to guilty, after ploughing his car into the crowd at Liverpool FC’s victory parade. The 54-year-old admitted dangerous driving, affray…
- Introducing... Liverpool Parade: The Paul Doyle Trial · 3 minLiverpool football fans were in the city centre to watch the club's Premier League victory parade on 26th May 2025. Shortly after fans see the team bus pass, a car crashes into…
- 4. Killer on the Run · 20 minYostin Mosquera is on the run and everyone is about to find out what’s in those suitcases on Clifton Suspension Bridge. A manhunt is underway. But what brought Mosquera to…
