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Sky Original three-part documentary The Essex Murders: Who Killed Goldfinger? (2025)
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The Essex Murders: Who Killed Goldfinger follows the turbulent life and violent end of John “Goldfinger” Palmer, one of Britain’s most infamous gangsters. The series examines how Palmer rose from a scrap gold dealer to become entangled in the legendary Brink’s-Mat robbery, a crime that reshaped the underworld. His empire expanded into a vast timeshare scam that brought him wealth but also introduced him to the Russian mafia and a dangerous circle of international criminals. Even after serving time in prison, Palmer remained a dominant figure, always shadowed by rivals and investigators. His murder in 2015 shocked the world, with endless speculation about who ordered the hit. Through exclusive testimonies, archival footage, and a present-day reinvestigation, this three-part series unpacks the layers of mystery surrounding his death. By the end, the question still lingers: who wanted Goldfinger gone, and why?
Episode 1: The Curse Of Brink’s-Mat
Palmer’s murder reopens his ties to the legendary gold heist of the 1980s. The episode examines the so-called curse of the Brink’s-Mat fortune, which left a trail of blood in its wake.
Episode 2: Empire In The Sun
This chapter explores Palmer’s timeshare empire in Tenerife, where undercover operations and mob connections exposed his ruthless rise to power.
Episode 3: The Assassin
Investigators follow leads suggesting a professional hitman carried out the execution. Theories point to an Irish cartel and Eastern European enforcers, but the real mastermind remains a mystery.
As of October 4, 2025, The Essex Murders: Who Killed Goldfinger? is streaming on Sky Documentaries in the UK.
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