Channel 5’s Traffic Cops returns, this time tackling the alarming rise of hit-and-run incidents across the UK. With a staggering 60% increase in these cases over the last decade, the program offers a stark look at the challenges faced by law enforcement.
This episode focuses on a tragic hit-and-run in Derbyshire, where a pedestrian’s death triggers a nationwide manhunt. The investigation unfolds in real-time, providing viewers with an inside look at the painstaking process of gathering evidence, tracking down leads, and ultimately bringing the perpetrator to justice.
Traffic Cops airs Monday, February 24, 2025, at 8:00 PM on Channel 5.