In the sixth episode of SAS: Catching the Criminals, Billy Billingham joins forces with Trading Standards to tackle the illicit trade of fake tobacco. Just as in military operations, detection dogs play a crucial role in this mission.
The episode, airing on Monday, 16 September 2024, at 10:45 pm on BBC One, offers an insightful look at how law enforcement agencies are adopting military tactics to combat a range of crimes, including theft, fly tipping, and environmental violations.
Billy travels across the UK, shadowing police forces, local councils, and Trading Standards as they employ covert intelligence, surveillance, and disruption techniques to address anti-social behaviour and bring offenders to justice.
SAS: Catching the Criminals, Episode 6 airs Monday, 16 September 2024, at 10:45 pm on BBC One.
