The Curious Case Of… Returns with Stranger-Than-Fiction True Crimes
MORE SHOCKING TWISTS: THE CURIOUS CASE OF… RETURNS TO INVESTIGATION DISCOVERY WITH STRANGER-THAN-FICTION TRUE CRIMES
Investigation Discovery (ID), the world’s leading true-crime destination, has announced the highly anticipated return of its hit anthology series THE CURIOUS CASE OF…, premiering on Monday, 9 February at 21:55 on ID Africa (DStv 171). The new season delivers six gripping episodes, each unpacking bizarre, stranger-than-fiction cases filled with shocking revelations, unexpected twists and deeply unsettling truths.
Guided by renowned legal analyst and expert Beth Karas, THE CURIOUS CASE OF… dives headfirst into unbelievable real-life stories shaped by deception, obsession, manipulation and greed. Told through unprecedented first-hand accounts, the series continues to prove that reality can be far more disturbing — and fascinating — than fiction. New episodes will air weekly.
“When we launched The Curious Case of Natalia Grace, we never could have imagined how that story would take the world by storm. It became ID’s highest-rated series and a cultural phenomenon. Expanding the franchise into an anthology allowed us to explore many more ‘curious cases’, and with Series 2, we’re diving into even more high-stakes puzzles filled with unforgettable characters and shocking twists.”
Reflecting on the franchise’s explosive growth, Jason Sarlanis, President of Investigation Discovery, said:
Episode Highlights from the New Season
The Curious Case Of… Death by Detox?
Premieres Monday, 9 February at 21:55
This chilling episode investigates Dr Robert O. Young, a former university tennis star who gained global fame through his ‘pH Miracle’ alkaline diet books. Despite lacking medical qualifications, Young built a lucrative wellness empire — one that allegedly left devastated families in its wake after patients were harmed by his unproven ‘miracle’ treatments.
The Curious Case Of… The Killer Cheesecake
When lash technician Olga Tsvyk collapses after eating a client’s cheesecake, her salon owner Stella begins asking questions. The investigation uncovers a shocking international twist involving a woman accused of murder in Russia, allegedly attempting to steal Olga’s identity to escape justice.
The Curious Case Of… The Principal Who Hypnotised His School
Secondary school headteacher Dr George Kenney claims hypnotism can improve student performance — despite having no formal training. As suspicious deaths and accidents emerge, including a fatal crash linked to a student in a hypnotic state, authorities question whether Kenney crossed a dangerous line.
The Curious Case Of… The Woman Dying for Attention
This episode follows Sarah A. Delashmit, a nurse who fabricated multiple serious illnesses, including cancer. Even after confessing on The Dr. Phil Show and serving prison time, her victims remain fearful that her disturbing pattern of deception may not be over.
The Curious Case Of… The Town with Tourette’s
In 2011, a baffling outbreak of Tourette’s-like symptoms swept through Le Roy, New York, affecting students and adults alike. Was it environmental poisoning, mass hysteria, or something else entirely? This episode explores the haunting questions that still linger.
The Curious Case Of… The Corpse Who Came to Dinner
After losing her husband and later her twin sister, Jean Steven convinces funeral directors to return their embalmed bodies, which she keeps at home for years. When authorities uncover her secret, they must decide whether she is a criminal — or a grieving woman unable to let go.
With its chilling storytelling and meticulous investigations, THE CURIOUS CASE OF… continues to blur the line between the unbelievable and the real, proving once again that the truth can be more shocking than fiction.
The Curious Case Of… premieres Monday, 9 February at 21:55 on Investigation Discovery Africa (DStv 171).
