Michael Hallowes is a former Scotland Yard detective, had has authored a book titled 'Operation Abonar' which is the untold inside story of Britain’s biggest gun-running investigation, which he led.

It explores how MAC10 machine guns began appearing in gangland shootings in the 1990s and the lengths Michael and his colleagues had to go to to bring them in, including a Home Office scandal.

Machine guns from the investigation are still in circulation today.

Michael Hallowes is a former Scotland Yard detective, had has authored a book titled 'Operation Abonar' which is the untold inside story of Britain’s biggest gun-running investigation, which he led.
It explores how MAC10 machine guns began appearing in gangland shootings in the 1990s and the lengths Michael and his colleagues had to go to to bring them in, including a Home Office scandal.
Machine guns from the investigation are still in circulation today.

Hosted by Mark Williams Thomas and produced by Jameel Miah. Talking True Cases features conversations with reporters, journalists, experts, law enforcement, and others to discuss some of Britain's biggest cases, crimes, the justice system, and more. 

Hosted by Mark Williams Thomas and produced by Jameel Miah. Talking True Cases features conversations with reporters, journalists, experts, law enforcement, and others to discuss some of Britain's biggest cases, crimes, the justice system, and more.

Talking True Cases

Hosted by Mark Williams Thomas and produced by Jameel Miah and Jody Doherty-Cove. Talking True Cases features conversations with reporters, journalists, experts, law enforcement, and others to discuss some of Britain's biggest cases, crimes, the justice system, and more.

Hosted by Mark Williams Thomas and produced by Jameel Miah and Jody Doherty-Cove. Talking True Cases features conversations with reporters, journalists, experts, law enforcement, and others to discuss some of Britain's biggest cases, crimes, the justice system, and more.

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Michael Hallowes: Inside Britain’s biggest gun-running investigation | TTC #18

In the summer of 2003, Jodi Jones was brutally murdered in a quiet Scottish town, and her 14-year-old boyfriend, Luke Mitchell, was revealed as the killer. Mitchell has consistently denied the murder, raising questions about whether he is the true culprit or a victim of a wrongful conviction.

Join us as we examine the case with Dr. Sandra Lean, an author and criminologist who has worked with individuals and families who claim wrongful conviction and factual innocence. Dr. Lean not only writes books on miscarriages of justice but also contributes to case reviews aimed at securing appeals through the Court of Appeal or the Criminal Cases Review Commission in the UK. She also contributes to podcasts, articles, and website content that highlight individual cases.

In the summer of 2003, Jodi Jones was brutally murdered in a quiet Scottish town, and her 14-year-old boyfriend, Luke Mitchell, was revealed as the killer. Mitchell has consistently denied the murder, raising questions about whether he is the true culprit or a victim of a wrongful conviction.
Join us as we examine the case with Dr. Sandra Lean, an author and criminologist who has worked with individuals and families who claim wrongful conviction and factual innocence. Dr. Lean not only writes books on miscarriages of justice but also contributes to case reviews aimed at securing appeals through the Court of Appeal or the Criminal Cases Review Commission in the UK. She also contributes to podcasts, articles, and website content that highlight individual cases.

Murder of Jodi Jones: The Case Against Luke Mitchell | Dr. Sandra Lean TTC #24

In this episode, we dive deep into the hidden layers of history with none other than the distinguished historian, author, and broadcaster, Prof. Carl Chinn MBE. Join us as we unravel the enigmatic world of the notorious Peaky Blinders gang in a conversation that goes beyond the TV screen.

In this episode, we dive deep into the hidden layers of history with none other than the distinguished historian, author, and broadcaster, Prof. Carl Chinn MBE. Join us as we unravel the enigmatic world of the notorious Peaky Blinders gang in a conversation that goes beyond the TV screen.

Peaky Blinders The Real Story with Prof. Carl Chinn | TTC #23

Michael O'Brien, one of The Cardiff Newsagent Three, was wrongfully convicted of murder and spent 11 years in prison. Since his release, Michael has been campaigning on behalf of victims of miscarriages of justice. Now, he is here to discuss the Merthyr 3 case, along with two others. #JusticePrevails#PodcastInterview#MichaelOBrien#WrongfulConvictions

Michael O'Brien, one of The Cardiff Newsagent Three, was wrongfully convicted of murder and spent 11 years in prison. Since his release, Michael has been campaigning on behalf of victims of miscarriages of justice. Now, he is here to discuss the Merthyr 3 case, along with two others. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/justiceprevails">#JusticePrevails</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/podcastinterview">#PodcastInterview</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/michaelobrien">#MichaelOBrien</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/wrongfulconvictions">#WrongfulConvictions</a>

Michael Hallowes: Inside Britain’s biggest gun-running investigation | TTC #18

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