Virgin Media to air Charlie Bird's final documentary

Virgin Media will air Charlie Bird's final documentary, "Ransom 79," on March 24. The two-part film follows the late journalist's investigation into a 1979 extortion case involving a threat to release the Foot and Mouth virus in Ireland. Bird, who passed away in March 2024 from Motor Neuron Disease, conducted the investigation with the help of journalist Colin Murphy. Despite his declining health, Bird used voice technology to uncover the truth behind the case. In honor of Bird, Virgin Media will also feature stories from people affected by Motor Neuron Disease from March 20-24. "Ransom 79" will be available on Virgin Media Play and Virgin Media One at 9 PM.