Hunting Britain's Fugitives

6.2/10 · 5 votesMay 29, 2026

Ranked #3 of 4 in Season 40•−0.5 vs season avg

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Thousands of criminals, many of whom are accused of serious, violent crimes, are currently on the run in a hidden criminal justice crisis. From UK safe-houses to Thailand, Matt Shea is on their trail.

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Season 40 Episodes8

Palestine Action: The Truth Behind the Ban

Keir Starmer: Where Did It All Go Wrong?

E3 6.4

Click to Kill: The AI War Machine

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Hunting Britain's Fugitives

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Will My Summer Holiday Be Cancelled?

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Hunting the Debt Predators

E7 6.0

Tommy Robinson: Where's the Money Gone?

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E8 8.2

Britain's Gaza Secrets Exposed

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Episode Summary

"Hunting Britain's Fugitives" is episode 4 of Dispatches season 40. It scored 6.2/10 from 5 votes, ranking #3 of 4 episodes this season (season average 6.7). It aired on May 29, 2026.

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