British Murders Unsolved | Episode 6: Adam Chadwick (Leeds, West Yorkshire, 2008)

On the evening of June 24, 2008, a young father opened the door of his sister’s Leeds home to a woman asking for someone named "Michelle". Moments later, Adam Chadwick was fatally shot by three masked men in what appeared to be a targeted and deliberate attack.

Seventeen years on, his murder remains unsolved.

Despite several arrests, media appeals and a £12,000 reward, the key to this case may lie with the unknown woman who knocked on the door that night - a woman whose identity remains a mystery.

If you have any information about this case, no matter how insignificant you think it might be, please contact West Yorkshire Police’s Homicide and Major Enquiry Team via 101 or via the link below quoting Operation Pimento :
Report it | West Yorkshire Police

Alternatively, Crimewatch can be contacted anonymously on 0800 468 999.

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Disclaimer:
The case discussed in this podcast episode is real and represents the worst day in many people's lives. I aim to cover such stories with a victim-focused approach, using information from publicly available sources. While I strive for accuracy, some details may vary depending on the sources used. You can find the sources for each episode on my website. Due to the nature of the content, listener discretion is advised. Thank you for your understanding and support.

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