Ep 2. Part two: Who Took Madeline?

In the second part of the two-part episode, "Who Took Madeline?" of How It Really Happened season 7, viewers are presented with the second major chapter of the unsolved disappearance of young Madeline McCann. The show is a crime-documentary series that captures the viewers' attention by exploring the real events and news stories that made headlines around the world. The episode attempts to solve the mystery of the case by presenting interviews with people who were involved in the case and recreating the events that occurred leading up to the child's disappearance.

The episode presents to the audience new information that could potentially shed light on what happened to Madeline. It shows how a small excerpt from a newscast of the original abduction had the potential to change everything. Attention is focused on a suspect who was seen near the McCann family apartment at the time of their daughter's disappearance. The episode delves into the timeline of events and the various suspects involved, leading to the conclusion that perhaps more than one person is involved in the abduction.

The documentary examines the different leads that the detectives have followed over the years, including the possibility of Madeline being smuggled across the border and the presence of pedophile rings in the area. The show then moves to a deep exploration of two new theories that the detectives are pursuing. The first theory is that Madeline was taken by a couple who came forward claiming that they had seen a man walking in the area. The couple's evidence also revealed that the man was carrying what looked like a bundle of clothes, possibly the child's pajamas. The second theory is that Madeline was taken by a group of traffickers who believed that the little girl was the daughter of a wealthy family.

The episode gives a thorough analysis of how the family's guilt increased the possibility of Madeline being taken by traffickers. The McCanns were both doctors, and their professional job titles were highlighted in the media, and this led to the idea that Madeline's abduction had something to do with the family's financial status. Moreover, the episode shows how the media, from the outset, portrayed Kate and Gerry McCann in a negative light. It explains how the media's negative portrayal of Kate possibly led to a decrease in sympathy for the missing child’s parents.

The episode explores the different evidence and theories presented in the case. However, it concludes with the understanding that this mystery remains unsolved. We learn that years following Madeline's disappearance, there are detectives still out there working on this case. The ongoing investigation is a comforting thought to some, but it does not provide any real closure to the McCann family. Through the episode's perspective, viewers get to understand that the disappearance of a child is a tragic event that can happen to anyone. It leaves an emotional impact on the family and the wider community that extends well beyond the case.

Overall, in "Who Took Madeline?" the viewers witness a personal and emotional insight into the case surrounding the unsolved disappearance of young Madeline McCann. The episode is a testament to the show's ability to present in a clear and concise way a multitude of facts, theories, and information that gives a better understanding to the audience of what truly happened. The narrative is engaging, and the show presented is an excellent blend of documentary-style interviews, evidence, and crime reenactments. The episode leaves the viewer with an overwhelming feeling of sadness for the family and the ongoing investigation.