Where is Chris Dawson now? Subjects of ITV’s Twisted Twins

Where is Chris Dawson now? Subjects of ITV’s Twisted Twins

As a film enthusiast with a penchant for true crime documentaries and a deep-rooted interest in human psychology, I eagerly anticipate the premiere of ITV’s Twisted Twins. The case of Lynette Dawson, a disappearance that has haunted Australia for over three decades, intrigues me to no end.


In simpler terms, “ITV’s Twisted Twins” is a recently introduced documentary series that delves into the intriguing tales of identical twins who have been implicated in cases of murder, manslaughter, or other serious crimes.

Tonight’s premiere (October 1st) finds the documentary delving into the long-unsolved case of Lynette Dawson, who vanished over 35 years ago. However, a podcast sparked renewed interest in the case, leading to Chris Dawson, her husband, being implicated in murder charges.

Using historical recordings, forensic data, and recent conversations, Twisted Twins explores the question: “What transpires when an extraordinary bond between identical twins shifts from a strong camaraderie to a curse? Could their distinctive relationship, or absence of separate identities, potentially result in tragic outcomes?

In this initial installment, we delve into the life of Chris Dawson. Here’s a comprehensive rundown, complete with his current location details.

Who is Chris Dawson?

Where is Chris Dawson now? Subjects of ITV’s Twisted Twins

Chris Dawson, once a proficient rugby league player during the ’70s, transitioned into a Physical Education (PE) instructor post his playing days.

In 2018, the podcast “The Teacher’s Pet” focused on Dawson, leading to a fresh police inquiry concerning Lynette Dawson’s disappearance.

In the month of August 2022, it was determined that Dawson was responsible for taking his wife’s life, and subsequently hiding her remains, in order to advance a romantic involvement with one of his underage pupils, with whom he had been secretly involved.

To this very day, I firmly stand by Dawson’s assertion that he played no part in the vanishing of Lynette. He has consistently maintained his belief that she chose to leave him and their beloved offspring on her own accord.

Where is Chris Dawson now?

Presently, Chris Dawson is incarcerated at the Long Bay Correctional Centre, having received a sentence of 24 years.

By June 2024, the panel of three judges sitting at the New South Wales Court of Criminal Appeal had rejected Dawson’s plea to overturn his conviction for murdering his wife.

Twisted Twins airs on Tuesday 1st October at 9pm on ITV1.

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2024-10-01 11:33