Fit for a Killer

2026 1 Season
Documentary

In late 1990s Krakow, human skin fragments found in the Vistula River sparked a controversial Polish forensic case. After years of false leads and questionable decisions, prime suspect Robert Janczewski was acquitted.

Episodes

  • Fit for a Killer - Episode 1

    E1 · Episode #1.1

    In the winter of 1999, the skin of a Krakow student's body was recovered from the Vistula River. The hunt for the "Polish Hannibal Lecter" begins. Eighteen years later, investigators identify the murderer.

  • Fit for a Killer - Episode 2

    E2 · Episode #1.2

    Robert is sentenced to life imprisonment, but journalists become suspicious of the integrity of the proceedings and uncover key information. The appeal process sheds new light on the actions of the investigators and prosecutors.

  • Fit for a Killer - Episode 3

    E3 · Episode #1.3

    Further abuses and irregularities in the investigation are coming to light. More and more people suspect that the wrong person has been convicted. After more than 30 years, the question of who killed Katarzyna Zawada remains unanswered.