The Story of Viv Graham

Introducing Gangster: The Story of Viv Graham

The boxer turned bouncer who was gunned down on Tyneside in 1993

• 4 mins

The Story of Viv Graham

Viv Graham: 1. King of the Ring

In 1993, Tyneside enforcer Viv Graham was shot dead. Livvy Haydock investigates.

• 23 mins

The Story of Viv Graham

Viv Graham: 2. Whack ’Em and Catch ’Em

Pub and club enforcer Viv Graham builds a protection empire and nobody can stop him.

• 31 mins

The Story of Viv Graham

Viv Graham: 3. Ecstasy and Enemies

Viv Graham is all powerful but the arrival of party drug ecstasy spells serious danger.

• 26 mins

The Story of Viv Graham

Viv Graham: 4. Door Wars

Viv Graham leads a gang in a savage attack but he's walked right into a trap.

• 28 mins

The Story of Viv Graham

Viv Graham: 5. Three Shots

Viv Graham is murdered in an organised hit right in the middle of his heartland territory.

• 26 mins

The Story of Viv Graham

Viv Graham: 6. Legacy

Viv Graham's killing sparks a series of tragedies which are still being felt today.

• 33 mins