The online blunder that led a BBC team to unmask Europe-wide dog fighting network

An online investigation led by the BBC uncovered a vast and secretive European dog fighting network. The network's activities were exposed when a member mistakenly leaked information online, revealing brutal dog fighting matches and widespread involvement in the illegal bloodsport. The investigation revealed the extent of dog fighting in the UK, with fighting kennels hidden in unexpected locations like busy housing estates and stately homes. The expose also shed light on the underground network's international connections, stretching across Europe.