Watching: When Kids Kill

Overview

This true crime series tells the stories of Britain's most high-profile young killers. Different cases are discussed from the view of the witnesses who gave first-hand testimonies and interviews with the friends, family and professionals involved. Over the past 20 years, approximately 400 children have been convicted for murder in the United Kingdom. An investigation into what prompted this behaviour in those kids is carried out as the show profiles some of the most shocking incidents to hit the headlines.