Former crime reporter Steve Howarth reveals his theory of what happened to 'Mary Ellen'. Read more
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5. Accident or Murder?
Former crime reporter Steve Howarth reveals his theory of what happened to 'Mary Ellen'.
6. A Storm of Speculation
The original police theory about 'Mary Ellen' faces more scrutiny.
7. Hope from America
An American case with similarities to 'Mary Ellen’s' story emerges.
8. One Step Closer
More details emerge about investigative genetic genealogy.
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Following up on leads in a journey of sadness, trauma, mystery and shock.
9. Are you my missing mum?
Matthew emails the Forgotten Dead team to find out if Mary Ellen is his missing mum.
10. When everything turns upside down
Detectives have made an unexpected discovery and Matthew reveals shocking news.
11. Triggering memories
A new lead and a new name emerges, Eileen the Irishwoman.
12. The Saviour of Souls
Looking into whether Eileen could be a charity worker known as the Saviour of Souls.
13. An impossible situation
A listener tip-off suggests a link to the disappearance of Isabella Skelton.
14. The Runaway
An unexpected link to the mystery woman is uncovered.
15. 'I know who this lady is'
A message arrives from Jean. It says, “I know who this lady is".
