AN EVENING of murder is in store for Islanders as famous true crime duo, RC Bridgestock, arrive for Murder, Behind the Scenes in aid of Sight for Wight.

Robert and Carol Bridgestock, who are published under the pseudonym RC Bridgestock, have nearly 50 years of police experience between them and eight true crime novels under their belt.

The duo appeared on the CBS reality TV show, Written in Blood, where they discussed how real life crime inspired their work.

The evening of Murder, Behind the Scenes will showcase the episode featuring RC Bridgestock and give fans the opportunity for a Q&A over drinks and nibbles.

Attendees will also have the chance to gain a wound or two from film and TV make-up artist, Pamela Clare, with entertainment for the evening by Emily Scotcher.

Tickets for the event, hosted at the Riverside Centre at 6pm on Thursday, April 19, are £6 including entry, a drink from the bar and nibbles.

A raffle and opportunities to purchase books from RC Bridgestock's collection will also be available, with proceeds towards Sight for Wight.

Tickets are available from Chris Cane on 522205.