Unleash your inner detective with DStv and these true crime shows

Published Dec 11

Unleash your inner detective with DStv and these true crime shows

They say that curiosity killed the cat, but did it really? It’s time to uncover the reality behind some of the most intriguing murder mysteries out there. So, if there was ever a time to channel your inner detective, it’s now.

Will you be able to figure it out and unravel the mystery before the end of the documentary? Only one way to find out! Kick back, relax (if you can!), and tune into these true crime shows this December.

Dive into a world of mystery

Who Killed the Lyons Sisters?

In 1975, every parent’s worst nightmare came true when Sheila and Katherine Lyon left home to visit the local mall, less than a kilometre away. However, they never came home, and the entire Wheaton community in Maryland never recovered from the ordeal. The case remained unsolved until 2013, when it was reopened. This documentary reveals the truth behind their disappearance and even features the recorded confession, but from who?

Find out on Sunday, 13 December at 21:00 CAT on Investigation Discovery, DStv Channel 171.

The Murder Tapes

This series takes a look at murder investigations using footage from the actual cases to help tell the story. This includes clips from the interrogation room, body cam footage, and even home security tapes. If that doesn’t intrigue you, then maybe the fact that you’ll be following the investigation from start to finish will. Each episode will cover a different murder, so you’re sure to stay intrigued throughout the season.

Follow the investigation from Thursday 31 December at 21:50 CAT on Investigation Discovery, DStv Channel 171.

Cruise Ship Killers

As if the Titanic wasn’t enough to give you an unrealistic fear of cruise ships, we now need to worry about killers as well. This series follows the luxurious holidays people invested in but never came back from. Family, friends, and investigators share their insights into the disappearances, with each episode focusing a different case.

Keep up with the water-based terror weeknights at 19:15 CAT on Lifetime, DStv Channel 131.

The Real Prime Suspect

Follow former Scotland Yard detective, Jackie Malton, as she revisits 10 cases with the people who experienced them first-hand. Jackie’s network of industry professionals allows her to follow the cases and, by default, you can too. Follow the crime-solving journey from start to finish as the story progresses in this 10-part docu-series. You’ll also be able to see whether or not the person is convicted and find out what sentence they receive.

The series starts on Tuesday, 15 December at 23:00 CAT on CBS Justice, DStv Channel 170.

Going to be out and about this festive season? Then you should definitely download the DStv app so you can follow your favourite crime documentaries and murder mysteries wherever you may be.