Channel 5’s Police: Suspect No. 1 heads to Grimsby in this season premiere, following Humberside CID as they tackle the fallout from a chaotic mass brawl. Several people are injured, one critically, leaving detectives scrambling to piece together the events of the chaotic night. With initial arrests made, the focus turns to a race against time to apprehend other suspects before they disappear, with one potentially fleeing as far as Romania.
The series, known for its fly-on-the-wall access to police work, gives viewers a close-up view of the pressures and challenges faced by detectives in a fast-moving investigation. From gathering witness statements to analyzing forensic evidence, the episode documents the steps involved in building a case and bringing those responsible to justice. The Grimsby incident presents a particularly complicated puzzle, with multiple participants and conflicting accounts of what transpired.
As the detectives work through the case, the possibility of a suspect escaping the country adds extra urgency to their efforts. Monday’s episode gives a look into not only the investigative process but also the human cost of violence, as the victims and their families grapple with the aftermath of the brawl. Police: Suspect No. 1 airs Monday, March 3, 2025, at 9:00 PM on Channel 5.
