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The Crime Agents

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Assault
Shoplifting
Rehabilitation
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Gang Culture
Shamima Begum
Murder Charges
Magistrates' Court
Prison System
Youth Crime
Far-Right Extremism
Knife Crime
Counter-Terrorism Policing

If you want to understand what’s really happening on Britain’s streets, you need to hear this. The Crime Agents, the new podcast from the makers of The News Agents, goes beyond the headlines to uncover the truth behind crime that affects all of us. Why is violence rising? Why is public trust in the police collapsing? And what’s really driving young people to kill each other? Hosted by two insiders... more

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Latest Episodes

In this Christmas special, Andy and Neil ask each other the questions they've always wanted to know the answers to. Andy explains how the unlikely combination of cricket and being sacked by his Dad let to him becoming a crime journalist - while Neil ... more

This week, Andy and Neil unpick last weekend's events at Bondi Beach in Sydney, where 15 people were murdered in an ISIS-inspired, anti-Semitic terror attack. Andy recounts the details of exactly what happened - while Neil explains how Australian Pol... more

In this follow-up to Andy's exclusive report (listen to Part 1 here), which revealed that a former Met Police officer has been accused of being part of a grooming gang by multiple survivors of sexual abuse, Andy and Neil take a deep dive into groomin... more

In this special episode, Andy exclusively reveals bombshell allegations of child abuse against a former Met Police officer, who has been accused of being part of a grooming gang by two different survivors.

He tells a shocking story of children in c... more

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Recent Guests

Ahmed Al-Akmed
Local fruit seller and hero who disarmed the attacker
Episode: Bondi terror attack: the heroism and the horror
Chris Wild
Dedicated his life to helping kids who grew up in care
Episode: The police officer who “groomed girls as young as eight” | Special Investigation - Part 2
Cullen Mais
Former prolific shoplifter turned reformed, now works with security firms to combat retail crime.
Episode: The criminals making millions from Christmas
Lucy Mitchell
Representative from the New West End Company overseeing security in London's retail areas.
New West End Company
Episode: The criminals making millions from Christmas
a DCI
A Detective Chief Inspector in the UK with extensive experience handling rape cases.
Episode: When justice fails: why are rapists getting away with it?
Lee Lawrence
Son of Cherry Groce, advocate for justice
Episode: "The police shot my mother" - one man's fight for justice
Martin Brunt
Sky News Crime Correspondent and host of The True Criminals podcast
Sky News
Episode: Phone hacking: the police vs the press
Sayce Holmes-Lewis
CEO of a youth charity called Mentivity and a member of the London Policing Board.
Mentivity
Episode: Is Stop and Search racist?
Tony Saggers
Former head of drugs threat and intelligence at the National Crime Agency
National Crime Agency
Episode: How the UK’s drugs trade really works

Hosts

Neil Basu
Co-host and former Head of UK Counter-Terrorism Policing who has extensive experience in law enforcement and crime prevention.
Andy Hughes
Co-host and renowned Crime Correspondent with extensive experience in investigative journalism.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 186 ratings
  • One sided podcast

    left wing opinions throughout

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Nickname@100
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Yes to address violence against women & girls

    Obsessed with manosphere topics. They seem uninterested in discussing the huge issue of violence against women and girls. The pathetic conviction rate for rapists. The increasing issue of incel culture. The fact that a woman in the UK is killed every three days at the hands of her partner of ex partner.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Generic screen name
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Great podcast

    Insightful and balanced. A great listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OneSunnyDay555
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Well worth a listen

    If you have come to listen to this podcast just to reinforce your own views, as some reviewers appear to have done, this isn’t the podcast for you. Yes, every episode is not the most in-depth analysis of topics but each is thoroughly discussed and debated, allowing the listener to form their own views and go on to research more where necessary. I find the podcast engaging, well presented and addressing multiple angles of dividing current affairs.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KikiArth
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Exceptional

    Don’t miss this podcast, insightful and informative. Well delivered by great hosts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Danctid
    United Kingdom5 months ago

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There are mixed feelings regarding bias; some appreciate the depth of analysis while others believe it favors law enforcement perspectives.
The dynamic between the hosts, given their contrasting backgrounds, is often noted as a highlight, providing a unique take on complex topics.
Listeners find the discussions informative and insightful, shedding light on crucial societal issues related to crime.

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Apple Podcasts
#68
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#59
Brazil/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#166
Hong Kong/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#188
Ireland/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#206
Singapore/True Crime

Talking Points

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Bondi terror attack: the heroism and the horror
Q: Should the father have lost his gun license once they knew that his son was on their radar?
In hindsight, yes. It's common sense that a gun license might be reconsidered given the circumstances.
Bondi terror attack: the heroism and the horror
Q: What's it like for you when you switch on the news and you see something like this?
Absolutely appalling; it's horrific to see such loss of life, especially among vulnerable individuals like an 87-year-old and a child.
"I was attacked with a sofa" - tales from the front line
Q: What is the funniest case you've ever been called out to solve?
Neil Basu humorously recounts an incident where he was hit with a sofa by a drunk individual, highlighting the absurdity and unpredictability of policing.
"I was attacked with a sofa" - tales from the front line
Q: What has been your favorite story to cover this year?
Neil mentions the story surrounding an alleged police officer running a grooming gang which he became obsessed with during his investigation.
"I was attacked with a sofa" - tales from the front line
Q: What prompted you to enter journalism?
Andy Hughes shares his story of wanting to be a cricketer but, after being fired by his dad from the family business, pursued a career in journalism, focusing on crime.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Crime Agents

What is The Crime Agents about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content focuses on the pressing issues surrounding crime in the UK, offering listeners insights into the complexities of policing and the criminal justice system. Key topics include rising violence, public trust in law enforcement, and the underlying factors driving youth violence. Uniquely positioned with hosts who have firsthand experience in law enforcement and crime journalism, each episode provides a blend of analysis and storytelling that goes beyond mere headlines. Listeners can expect in-depth discussions on a wide range of criminal topics, from the intricacies of gang culture to the challenges law enforcement faces in the modern era, making it particularly engaging for those interested in the societal implications of crime and ... more

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Recent guests on The Crime Agents include:

1. Ahmed Al-Akmed
2. Chris Wild
3. Cullen Mais
4. Lucy Mitchell
5. a DCI
6. Lee Lawrence
7. Martin Brunt
8. Sayce Holmes-Lewis

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