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Radio 4,19 May 2025,4 mins,

SeriesThe Smuggler

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Shadow World
Contains strong language.

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NEW in Shadow World: The Smuggler tells the story of a former British soldier who became an international people smuggler. In this intimate portrait of a British people smuggler, we hear from the perpetrator directly, to uncover his motivations, methods and the consequences of risking the lives of desperate people. The investigation exposes how the smuggling techniques used are still possible today and details the ease with which smugglers can bring migrants into the UK without being caught. Presenter: Annabel Deas Producer: Hayley Mortimer Sound design: Neil Churchill Editor: Matt Willis Commissioning Executive: Tracy Williams Commissioning Editor: Dan Clarke Series music: Ambit Sound

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