The Creepy & Horrifying Historical True Crime Case of Mahmood Hussein Mattan in 1950s Britain

Описание: This documentary examines KILLED BY INJUSTICE: The Case of Mahmood Hussein Mattan, one of the most notorious miscarriages of justice in British legal history. Set in Butetown (Tiger Bay), Cardiff, in March 1952, this historical murder case tells the story of Lily Volpert, a shopkeeper found brutally murdered, and Mahmood Hussein Mattan, a Somali seaman who was wrongfully convicted and executed for her death. Told in a Victorian true crime narrative style, the film traces the investigation, the trial at the Glamorgan Assizes, and the deeply flawed evidence that led to a fatal verdict.

Through court records, eyewitness testimony, and later revelations, this documentary explores how prejudice, suppressed evidence, and institutional failure combined to destroy an innocent man’s life. Although the crime occurred in the 20th century, the storytelling draws on the traditions of 19th century historical crime narratives, echoing the moral weight and social scrutiny found in classic Victorian-era cases. The film concludes with the long fight for justice, culminating in the quashing of Mattan’s conviction decades later.

If you’re interested in historical true crime, wrongful convictions, and forgotten stories from Britain’s past, this documentary is essential viewing. Please like the video, subscribe for more historical documentaries, and share your thoughts in the comments.

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Sources: British Newspaper Archive; Court of Appeal Judgment, Regina v. Mahmood Hussein Mattan (1998)