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Over just five years, there have been more than 80 one-punch deaths across the UK.

With rare access to South Wales Police’s Major Crimes Unit, this documentary follows three one-punch cases — two murder investigations and one life-changing assault.

Through interviews with detectives, families and victims, the film explores how one moment of violence — often fuelled by alcohol — can destroy lives



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This film was first broadcast: 24 Mar 2024

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