Crime Next Door - The Confession: 2. The Affair
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The story of Lesley Howell and Trevor Buchanan. In 1991 they were murdered by their spouses who then staged a scene to make it look like they had taken their own lives. 18 years later - one of the killers decided to confess.
Episode 2 - The Affair
In a close-knit Baptist church community in Coleraine, Northern Ireland - Hazel Buchanan, married to a local RUC officer - begins a secret affair with married dentist Colin Howell.
When the affair is discovered, the church arranges counselling for both couples - but Colin Howell begins plotting with Hazel to murder their partners.
Narrated by Lucy McConnell
Produced by Conor McKay
Executive editor Andy Martin
A BBC Northern Ireland production
Published on Saturday, 15th August 2026.
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