Once celebrated as a national icon, Jimmy Savile's legacy took a dark turn following his death, as he was posthumously labeled the UK's most notorious sex offender. In October 2012, an extensive investigation was launched, leading to a flood of reports from victims of child sexual abuse to 28 different police forces. The allegations, some dating back to 1955, raised the troubling question of how such a prominent figure could evade scrutiny for so long. Through interviews with victims, relatives, and former colleagues, this exploration delves into one of the most shocking scandals in British history.
Show
Crimes That Shook Britain
Episode
S05E01
Air Date
Aug 17, 2014