It's 2003 in Blackpool, in the North West of England. Once the epitome of the Great British seaside resort, it had since become one of the UK's most deprived areas.

And when 14-year-old Charlene Downes mysteriously vanishes, chilling stories start to spread.

Soon, police uncover a web of grooming and abuse. Two takeaway owners are arrested, and charged – with murdering Charlene, and disposing of her body by turning her into kebab meat. But not all is as it seems.

The story of Charlene Downes has haunted Blackpool for more than twenty years. It has twisted and turned, taking in police, pedophiles, and far-right protests.

Join Nicola Thorp as she returns to her childhood town and seeks to uncover the truth, and the lies, about what really happened to Charlene.

After all, somebody knows something.

Join The Crime Desk to hear all episodes in this gripping new series as soon as it launches, later this summer. Plus, you'll get exclusive weekly bonus episodes of our award-winning…….

Join The Crime Desk to hear all episodes in this gripping new series as soon as it launches, later this year. Plus, you'll get exclusive weekly bonus episodes of our award-winning podcast The Trial, ad-free listening across all of our shows, and early access to brand-new series like our high-stakes investigative series, Heists, Scams & Lies. Become a member today at thecrimedesk.com.

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