"A Shadow of Doubt" by Eleanor Fossey- BBC Radio 4 Play - Drama

Classic Old Time Radio, Vintage radio shows, the Golden Age of radio, murder, mystery, drama, comedy, sci-fi, westerns. This BBC Radio play, "A Shadow of Doubt," is based on a real-life case and tells the story of John Lee, a man living in a small coastal town in England in the late 19th century. He is accused of murdering his employer, a woman named Miss Keyse. Despite the strong evidence against him, Lee is acquitted after a series of extraordinary events during his execution. The play focuses on the mystery surrounding the case and explores themes of justice, fate, and the supernatural. It delves into the local community's perception of the events and the lingering "shadow of a doubt" that remains long after the trial. The story is a fascinating look at a historical true crime and the power of an incredible coincidence.