Channel 5 has announced the launch of a new drama that delves into the tense interrogation of Kate McCann, the mother of Madeleine McCann, who vanished in 2007. The story will explore the dramatic 48 hours following her questioning by Portuguese police, where tensions escalated as officers expressed doubts about her account of events surrounding her daughter's disappearance.

During the interrogation, which took place three months after Madeleine's disappearance, police reportedly informed Kate that she was becoming a formal suspect, or 'arguida', in the case. They claimed to possess evidence that suggested her involvement in the case, putting immense pressure on her to confess and threatening potential murder charges. This portrayal raises questions about the behavior of law enforcement in high-stress situations and the media's handling of sensitive subjects.

The commissioning of this drama has sparked controversy, as it revisits a painful chapter for the McCann family and stirs public emotions surrounding a case that continues to capture attention in the UK and beyond. Critics argue that dramatizing such a tragic event may exploit the family's trauma, while supporters believe it provides an opportunity to shed light on important issues regarding police practices in missing persons cases and the media's role in influencing public perception.