The new series has so far left viewers horrified 'to the core'08:05, 23 Jul 2026A brutal murder of a teenage boy will be explored in a heartbreaking new documentary tonight.‌Dubbed a "next generation true crime series", Murder Case: The Digital Detectives is a brand new series on Channel 4 which reveals the ground-breaking police techniques used to solve horrific murders in the UK.‌Season 1 first aired back in 2024, with true crime fans excited to see a brand new season returning to screens, and a new episode airs sooner than you think, with true crime fanatics urged to tune in at 9pm on Channel 4.‌With a focus on modern digital forensics and the data used to solve serious crimes, it offers unprecedented access into intense police investigations and how detectives use technology to track killers and bring justice.The first episode of the second season aired last week (Thursday, July 16), plunging viewers into the harrowing murder of Sheffield teen Harvey Willgoose. The brand new series will return to screens tonight (Thursday, July 23), with a fresh, and equally chilling release.‌A Channel 4 synopsis reads: "A minor beef between ex friends turned gang rivals spirals into a brutal act of revenge. Digital forensics follow the trail, exposing how a minor conflict escalated."Tonight's instalment plunges viewers back to 2020 when 19 year old Jaydon McFarlane was fatally stabbed in broad daylight on a residential street in Kent. As reported by the BBC, suspect Osita Alagbaoso was sentenced to serve at least 20 years in prisonAs detectives began their investigation, they uncovered some horrific truths as they realised the victim and suspected killer had been former friends who had found themselves in rival gangs.‌After seeing themselves involved in a dispute, viewers will witness a terrifying ambush before a crime that shocked the community, with detectives working against the clock to bring justice.The 19-year-old suffered a fatal stab wound to his back by the suspect who was wielding both a zombie knife and a kitchen knife.‌After the first episode of Season Two aired last week, viewers have urged true crime fans to watch the groundbreaking documentary.Over on TikTok, one true crime fan said last week it was a "really good watch", adding: "If you haven't watched the other one they are well worth a watch."Another commented: "I started watching the digital detective one last night but it was the one in the school and I couldn't carry on my son is a similar age that poor child and family."Article continues belowIn another clip, one person branded it "horrifying to the core" as another stated: "Absolutely horrific his parents are so brave."Previously teasing the new release, 4Viewers wrote on X: "#MurderCase #TheDigitalDetectives follows digital forensics units across the UK. These detectives understand that in today's world, the most compelling evidence isn't always found at the crime scene, it's hidden inside digital devices. Watch tonight at 9pm on."Murder Case: The Digital Detectives airs tonight at 9pm on Channel 4