Murder, Mystery and My Family Season 3 Episode 2 Episode 2

Murder, Mystery and My Family is a British true crime television series where two criminal barristers, Jeremy Dein and Sasha Wass, investigate historical murder cases in order to determine if those convicted were truly guilty or if a wrongful conviction occurred. The show delves into the evidence of each case, looking at forensics, witness testimony, and other factors that might have influenced the verdict.

In season 3 episode 2, titled Episode 2, Dein and Wass take on the case of George Henry Lamson, a Scottish doctor accused of poisoning his brother-in-law with a fatal dose of aconitine in 1881. Lamson claimed that he had purchased the poison to use as a flykiller and had accidentally given his brother-in-law a fatal dose when he mistook it for epsom salts. He was found guilty and hanged for the murder, despite his family's protestations of his innocence.

The episode begins with Dein and Wass meeting with several members of the Lamson family, including George Henry's great-niece Fiona and great-great-nephew Gordon. They listen to the family's version of events and learn more about George Henry's life and character. The family is convinced of his innocence and hopes that Dein and Wass can shed new light on the case.

Dein and Wass then visit the archives to examine the trial transcripts and other evidence from the case. They pore over testimony from witnesses and the doctors who attended the victim, assessing the likelihood of poisoning from aconitine. They also investigate the motives of George Henry and his relationship with his brother-in-law, who was the executor of their father's estate.

The barristers enlist the help of forensic expert Professor Angela Gallop, who performs tests on samples of aconitine to determine if it could have caused the victim's death. They also speak with descendants of the victim's family and members of the community at the time of the trial, in order to understand the social and cultural context of the case.

As they piece together the evidence, Dein and Wass begin to develop a theory about what really happened. They confront Fiona and Gordon with their findings, asking them to consider the possibility that their ancestor was a murderer. The family members are emotional and disbelieving but agree to consider the evidence before forming an opinion.

In the end, Dein and Wass make a final argument for their interpretation of the case, laying out the evidence and offering their opinion on whether George Henry was guilty or innocent. The Lamson family members are left to weigh the facts and make up their own minds about the truth of what happened.

Murder, Mystery and My Family is a fascinating exploration of British legal history, offering new insight into some of the most notorious murder cases of the past. Season 3 episode 2, Episode 2, is a gripping examination of the evidence surrounding the trial of George Henry Lamson, and will leave viewers questioning their assumptions about guilt, innocence, and justice.