After Covid delays, the trial is finally held and Ellie Williams is in the dock. Liz and Jason were among the reporters at court when the extent of her claims were revealed for the first time, shocking the media and public alike. She’s accused of perverting the course of justice against 5 men, including 4 who are white – of lying to police and falsifying evidence to back up her claims, including causing the horrific injuries to herself. Liz and Jason share some of the shocking twists and revelations of the 11-week trial and what Ellie has to say in her defence.
Warning: This series discusses issues of sexual abuse, self-harm, violence and suicide.
From Sky News Storycast, Unreliable Witness is presented by Jason Farrell and Liz Lane
Series Producer: Anne-Marie Bullock
Executive Producer: Louise Cotton
Sound Design: Matt Wareham
Additional Journalism: Sarah O’Connell
Sky Podcasts Editor: Paul Stanworth