Crime Beat
Overview
Crime Beat delves into Canada's notorious criminal cases, offering a gripping exploration of true crime. Each episode combines in-depth archival research with personal interviews from victims' families, shedding light on the stories often overlooked by mainstream media. Viewers gain insight into the resolution of these cases while understanding their profound effects on the community and the justice system. As new details emerge, the series honors the lives impacted by crime, revealing the human stories behind the headlines.
Episodes
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1
Meika Jordan: The Broken Princess
Crime reporter Nancy Hixt delves into the heartbreaking case of six-year-old Meika Jordan, whose life ended far too soon. She uncovers the intricate d...
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Farah Khan: A City’s Lost Child
The discovery of dismembered remains of a child stirs up a tragic past, prompting Alan Carter to revisit the crime scene two decades later. He reconne...
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3
The Final Homecoming of Lukas Strasser-Hird
Upon returning home after a year of studying overseas, Lukas Strasser-Hird aspired to become a doctor. He went out with friends to celebrate his retur...
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4
Alison Parrott: Leader of the Pack
Lured out of her house for a photoshoot, a talented young athlete vanishes without a trace. Caryn Lieberman reveals the DNA breakthrough that ultimate...
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5
Alicia Ross: Everyone's Daughter
The search for Alicia, who has gone missing, turns into one of the most extensive missing person investigations ever seen in Ontario. Reporter Catheri...
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6
Darkness in the Pass
After the tragic deaths of two individuals and the disappearance of a two-year-old, a tight-knit community in the Rocky Mountains is shattered.
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7
The Legacy of Jordan Manners
Catherine McDonald reflects on the profound effects of Jodan Manners' murder, which occurred in the hallway of C.W. Jefferys Collegiate Institute.
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If Anything Happens To Me: The Ottey Sisters
In August 1995, sisters Marsha and Tamara Ottey tragically lost their lives to a stabbing incident. A few months later, Dimitrija Trajceski was fatall...
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The Disappearance of Lisa Mitchell
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10
Kimberley Kasatkin: No Body, No Crime
Since 2016, Kimberlee has vanished without a trace. Her partner claims she walked away, leaving her family behind, while her parents suspect him of fo...
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11
Guy Paul Morin & the Murder of Christine Jessop
Nearly three months after her disappearance, Christine Jessop's remains were discovered over 50 kilometers from her home in Queensville. Following a t...
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12
The Brentwood Five Massacre: Part 1
A skilled dancer, an ambitious urban planner, two gifted musicians, and a young man on the path to becoming a humanitarian all fell prey to the deadli...
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13
The Brentwood Five Massacre: Part 2
What began as a celebratory gathering to commemorate the conclusion of classes at the University of Calgary turned into a devastating tragedy. Complic...
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1
Who Killed Kelly Cook, The Back-Up Babysitter
In 1981, 15-year-old Kelly Cook began a new babysitting gig in her hometown of Standard, Alberta. She was expected to touch base with her parents once...
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Who Killed Sonia?
After a decade, fresh developments arise in the case of a 42-year-old nurse who was viciously killed in her own home. Her family is left frustrated an...
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3
The Final Chapter of the Christine Jessop and Guy Paul Morin Tragedy
In October 1984, in a quaint town near Toronto, a young girl disappeared without a trace. After three long months, the search came to a tragic conclus...
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4
Shannon Madill's Last Audition
Shannon Madill seemed to have her life on track, having just secured an audition for a part in a TV show. Excited about her upcoming move from Calgary...
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5
Karissa Boudreau: Up With The Angels
On a snowy January night in 2008, Penny Boudreau reported her 12-year-old daughter, Karissa, as missing. During an emotional press conference, the dis...
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Fatal Façade: The Murder of Dr. Elana Fric
The lifeless body of 40-year-old Dr. Elana Fric was found by a passerby in a ravine just northwest of Toronto, sending ripples of shock through the ci...
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7
Two Doors Down: The Tragic Case of Mr. Kelloway
Two neighbors, living just a couple of doors from each other, plan a barbecue to enjoy some time together. However, the gathering takes a dark twist, ...
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Stolen Second Chances: The Jessica Newman Story
In March 2015, a mother from Calgary went missing. Several months later, her remains were discovered in a ditch by a team working on road construction...
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9
I Survived a Serial Killer
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10
For No Reason: The Murders of Dianna and Richard
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11
The Evil and Senseless Plot Against Ray Johnson
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12
An Enigma: Hiding in Plain Sight
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13
Tori Stafford: Never Forget
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14
Tori Stafford: Never Forget Part 2
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15
The Day Ryan Lane Vanished
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1
Hunted by Evil Part 1
A young boy spent the night at his grandparents’ house, but when his mother came to collect him the next morning, she found that all three had vanis...
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Hunted by Evil Part 2
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3
The Big Lie to Die For
After a shocking triple homicide nearly decimates a family, law enforcement faces challenges in uncovering the motive behind the brutal act. Inside th...
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4
Innocent Blood
When a torso is discovered drifting in Oshawa Harbour, the family of 18-year-old Rori Hache is devastated to find out that the remains belong to their...
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5
Remember Her Name - Chantel Moore
Chantel Moore, a 26-year-old member of the Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation in British Columbia, tragically lost her life when an Edmundston police officer ...
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Forbidden Love The Murder of Jassi Sidhu
During a trip to India, a young newlywed from British Columbia was brutally attacked and abducted, with her body tragically found in a canal the follo...
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7
Arlene Westervelt Murder or Misadventure?
Jules Knox navigates the complexities of a botched investigation, dealing with family anger and tension while conducting an exclusive interview with A...
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8
Blindsided: The Story of Mylan Hicks
A young man from one of North America's most dangerous cities defied the odds to become a pro football player. Mylan Hicks aimed to use his time with ...
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Episode 9
Did not air
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10
Mr. Murder' - Four Lives Lost
In the autumn of 2010, tragedy struck as four men were brutally murdered in Toronto across three separate incidents. Jahmeel Spence, a dedicated fathe...
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11
The Friendly Cop: Who Killed Constable André Lalonde?
A quarter-century ago, Constable André Lalonde, remembered for his warm demeanor and distinctive mustache, was tragically shot and killed by an unkno...
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12
Shattered By a Call
In Calgary, a young woman vanishes, prompting a 911 call that leads authorities to the grim discovery of an elderly couple found dead in their residen...
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13
Mindy Tran: The Abduction of Innocence
On August 17, 1994, in Kelowna, B.C., eight-year-old Mindy Tran rode her bike to a friend's house to invite her to play, but she vanished without a tr...
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14
I Heard Her Screams
Two Eritrean refugees seeking a brighter future in Canada meet a tragic fate. Nighisti Semret, 55, is fatally stabbed while returning home from her jo...
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15
Picture Perfect: The Shattered Dreams of Maple Batalia
On September 28, 2011, 19-year-old Maple Batalia, who dreamed of becoming a model, actress, and doctor, was tragically shot and killed in a parking lo...
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16
Justice for Lacey
A string of 911 calls directs emergency responders to various locations, uncovering the unsettling reality of a young woman's lifeless body. What tran...
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A Monster in the Woods
A crime occurred in Canada that was unprecedented in its brutality—the 'Wells Gray Murders' still cast a shadow over investigators and the loved one...
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Innocence and Evil, Part 1
Reporter Caryn Lieberman recounts the 1994 case of Larry Arnold, a man who vanished from Toronto's gay village. His body was discovered weeks later in...
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Innocence and Evil, Part 2
Reporter Caryn Lieberman uncovers the connection between Larry Arnold's murder investigation and the 1997 killing of a 20-year-old woman in North Bay,...
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A Prayer for Arcelie
A dedicated mother of five, Arcelie Laoagan, vanished during her commute home from work, with signs pointing to a possible attack. As the urgency moun...
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The Story Blood Tells
The episode delves into the meticulous work of forensic specialists as they analyze blood spatter patterns to reconstruct events at crime scenes. View...
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22
The Secrets of Salmon River, Part 1
In February 2016, the mysterious disappearance of 27-year-old Caitlin Potts from the North Okanagan leaves law enforcement baffled. Despite the absenc...
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The Secrets of Salmon River, Part 2
Over the course of a year and a half, five women have mysteriously disappeared from the Shuswap area in British Columbia, leaving their families yearn...
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Obsessed
A frantic police manhunt escalates into a thrilling high-speed pursuit, placing two officers in a perilous situation. Discover the lengths to which on...
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25
Awaking to a Nightmare: The Rhoderie Estrada Murder
A devoted nurse and mother of three is brutally killed during a home invasion, while her three children remain asleep in a nearby room, oblivious to t...
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26
In Broad Daylight: The Abduction of Holly Jones
Homicide detectives share their strategies in the case of Holly Jones, a 10-year-old girl from Toronto who was tragically murdered in 2003. Holly’s ...
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Sarah and Taliyah: Stolen Dreams
When a young mother goes missing and doesn't arrive at work, her family and friends become increasingly worried. A thorough search of her home culmina...
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The Hired Hit
On a warm midsummer evening in 1992, the peaceful suburb of Vancouver, B.C. is shaken when former beauty queen Alexandra Pesic is shot dead in broad d...
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A Random Encounter: A Night of Terror
Annie Hang-Kam Chiu eagerly anticipated her retirement, but her life was tragically cut short by a brutal murder. Just three hours later, her assailan...
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The Babes in the Woods
In 1953, the discovery of the remains of two children in Vancouver's Stanley Park leaves both the public and law enforcement baffled regarding their i...
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Against All Odds
A German tourist and his family embark on a journey to experience the breathtaking beauty of the Canadian Rockies. However, their adventure takes an u...
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The Tragic Slaying of a Good Samaritan: Rose McGroarty
After a dismembered body is discovered, detectives launch an investigation to determine the identity of the victim. Following thorough and rigorous po...
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7
The Murder of the Millionaire Philanthropist Part 1
Glen Davis, a wealthy philanthropist, was celebrated for his immense generosity. Together with his wife, he contributed millions to various charitable...
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The Murder of the Millionaire Philanthropist Part 2
The detectives delve into clues surrounding what they suspect to be a deliberate murder. Reporter Mark Carcasole uncovers the unexpected developments ...
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Beyond a Reasonable Doubt - the Story of Terrie Ann Dauphinais
Terrie Ann Dauphinais, a young Métis woman, is discovered deceased in her residence. Although her death is classified as a homicide, no suspects were...
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10
Cindy James: Terror in the Shadows Part 1
For seven years, Cindy James reported to the authorities that she was being followed. When the body of the Vancouver nurse was discovered two weeks af...
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Cindy James: Terror in the Shadows Part 2
For seven long years, Cindy James reported being followed and harassed. After her body was discovered two weeks following her disappearance in Vancouv...
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12
The Wrongful Confession
A man is found dead on a hunting trail in Killarney, leaving the police uncertain whether it was a tragic accident or a deliberate act of murder. The ...
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13
A Monster in Uniform Part 1
In a quaint town just under an hour away from Canada’s biggest military base, a series of burglaries takes a dark turn as they escalate to assaults ...
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A Monster in Uniform Part 2
As the primary suspect in a string of assaults and murders is brought in for interrogation, a tense game of wits ensues in the interview room. This ps...
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15
The Crossfire
Law enforcement is striving to resolve a long-standing conflict between the FKs and the FOBs, a gang rivalry that has spanned ten years and resulted i...
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16
Shootout at the Duke (Catherine McDonald)
A confrontation outside a bar in Toronto escalates when a possessive boyfriend clashes with a group of gang members, resulting in a barrage of gunfire...
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The Search for Theresa Allore's Killer
Homicide investigator John Allore is dedicated to solving cold cases as he seeks answers about the mysterious death of his sister, Theresa, who was di...
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18
The Manhunt Part 1
A nationwide search unfolds after the tragic murders of a young Australian American couple. The discovery of a beloved university professor's lifeless...
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The Manhunt Part 2
A nationwide search is launched following the tragic murders of a young Australian-American couple, the shocking death of a beloved university profess...
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20
The Second Shift
In 1992, 26-year-old Dilleen Hempel disappears while on her way home from her new job, prompting intense search efforts from both her family and law e...
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21
Terror in the Playground
Following a shooting incident at a nearby playground that left two girls critically injured, furious parents sought accountability from local official...
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22
Victims of Love
A few days after the tragic death of Stephanie Forster outside her home in Coquitlam, B.C., her estranged husband, Luigi Derossi, takes his own life. ...
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23
My Never-Ending Story: Amanda Todd
In a groundbreaking development, a cyberbully is brought from the Netherlands to face justice for their relentless harassment of 15-year-old Amanda To...
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24
The Senseless Killing of Rosemarie Junor
In 2015, Rosemarie "Kim" Junor, an ultrasound technician and recent bride, is brutally stabbed in the chest by an unknown assailant. The trial that fo...
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25
A Deadly Betrayal
While rummaging through dumpsters in downtown Calgary for bottles, a man stumbles upon a shocking find. This grim revelation sets off a chain reaction...
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The Story Is Never Finished
Veteran crime journalists offer insights into some of the cases they've reported on before, highlighting several key breakthroughs. Among these is a p...
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The Hunt for a Predator
During the late 1970s and early 1980s, a sexual predator terrorized the community. Two young girls, aware of the man known as the 'Southwest Calgary R...
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Seeking Justice for Myles Gray
On a sweltering August day in 2015, 33-year-old Myles Gray drove his company truck from the Sunshine Coast to Vancouver to deliver fresh flowers to lo...
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In an Instant: The Neville-Lake Tragedy
In 2015, the lives of the Neville-Lakes family were shattered when a drunk driver, Marco Muzzo, crashed into their vehicle in Vaughan, resulting in th...
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Chelsea Poorman and the Secrets of a Mansion
Chelsea Poorman was last spotted on September 6, 2020, in the heart of downtown Vancouver. It wasn't until 17 months later that her remains were disco...
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Nothing is What it Seems: Part 1
While out for a stroll with his dog, a man stumbles upon a neighbor’s garage ablaze, unaware of the sinister circumstances surrounding it. Once the ...
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Nothing is What it Seems: Part 2
While out walking his dog, a man stumbles upon a neighbor’s garage ablaze, unaware of the sinister events that led to the fire. Once the smoke dissi...
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The Deadly Night Shift
In 2006, 17-year-old Brigitte Serre was on her first overnight shift at a gas station in Montreal when three men tried to rob the place. Tragically, B...
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The Deadly Contract
On January 16, 2006, Jack Beauchamp began his day just like any other. He stopped for a coffee before heading to his office in downtown Calgary. Howev...
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The Ties That Bind
In Mississauga, an elderly woman is discovered deceased next to the Christmas gifts she had been wrapping. Shortly after the grim find, authorities in...
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The Tiny Town Mystery
A 20-year-old English backpacker goes off the grid while traveling through Canada, leaving his family worried when they can’t reach him. His mother ...
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Sorry I Wasn't There
Mila Barberi, a 28-year-old who was simply picking up her boyfriend, Saverio Serrano, from his job, becomes an unsuspecting target when she is shot.
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The Long Road to Justice
Adrienne McColl's loved ones were completely unprepared for the devastating news that awaited them, setting them on a challenging journey toward seeki...
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Homicide 42
At 1 a.m. on a chilly, rainy November night in 2011, authorities discovered Leanne Freeman unconscious and bleeding heavily. She succumbed to her inju...
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Surrey Six: The Gang Hit
A mother departing her Surrey, B.C. condo for work that morning had no idea it would be the last time she would see her son. Upon her return, she foun...
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Surrey Six: Seeking Justice
Following the brutal execution of six men in a Surrey condominium, authorities quickly mobilized to gather evidence and uncover the motive behind the ...
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A Trail of Blood
Initially classified as a cold case, the 1995 assault on 92-year-old Henrietta Knight left her fighting for her life after a brutal home invasion. Alt...
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Hunt for the Wolfpack
In Kelowna, Vancouver, and Toronto, a series of bold murders triggers a massive police probe into the Wolfpack Alliance, a gang linked to Mexican cart...
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Incendiary Circumstances
On the evening of November 17, 2004, a young family from Calgary was settling in for the night. Around 9 pm, the husband headed out for his shift as a...
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Closure
In 1983, Susan Tice, a 45-year-old mother of four, was discovered brutally raped and murdered in her Toronto residence. Four months later, 22-year-old...
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The Death of Christine Demeter By Persons Unknown: Part 1
On a balmy July evening in 1973, real estate developer Peter Demeter steers a Mercedes packed with sightseers into his own driveway. As the garage doo...
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The Death of Christine Demeter By Persons Unknown: Part 2
Peter Demeter, a wealthy real estate developer, faces a non-capital murder charge for his wife’s death. The trial, held in London, Ontario’s newly...
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To Catch a Killer
Ten-year-old Jolene Riendeau vanishes mysteriously from her Montreal neighborhood, having been last spotted at a nearby convenience store. After twelv...
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Murder They Wrote (Mieke Anderson)
True crime books frequently dominate the best-seller charts, sparking curiosity about why this genre captivates so many readers. In response, "Crime B...
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The Rainbow Motel Shootout
When police investigate the presence of a luxury sports car parked outside a motel in Toronto, their inquiry is abruptly met with gunfire. What follow...
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25
Double Deception
Two brothers stormed into a bank brandishing semi-automatic rifles, demanding cash and taking all the patrons hostage. As the police responded, a chao...
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Benevolence Betrayed
In the late 90s, Audrey Trudeau relocates to Calgary, hoping to begin anew after her divorce. Just as she is on the brink of an exhilarating new chapt...
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Murder in the Mountains
In 1990, the serene resort town of Banff was shaken by the shocking murder of a young female taxi driver. Despite the relentless efforts of investigat...
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He's So Evil
Crime Specialist Catherine McDonald shares a haunting tale of an obsession that spiraled out of control, ultimately resulting in the tragic demise of ...
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"Make Him Breathe"
Every new mother dreads the moment when they put their baby down for a nap, only to hear faint cries from the bedroom later on. For Tammy Wynne Marqua...
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Mad Trapper
After a string of cabin burglaries in northern British Columbia, the sudden disappearance of a reclusive trapper raises suspicions for the police, who...
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Out of the Darkness
Reporter Caryn Lieberman heads to Kingston to connect with the families and survivors who are finding their voices to share the heartbreaking story of...
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The Investigators
Known as the agents for the voiceless, homicide detectives dedicate countless hours to solving brutal murders and providing closure to heartbroken fam...
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Deadly Rumours
In the spring of 2006, Calgary Police received a troubling call from a concerned individual who suspected a woman was being held against her will in a...
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Case Never Closed: Justice for Nicolle
Nicolle Hands, a young mother from Winnipeg, was viciously assaulted and stabbed in her apartment while her children slept nearby. Twenty years after ...
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24 Shots, 7 seconds
In December 2019, 26-year-old Koshin Yusuf was returning to his Scarborough apartment after a night with friends when he was ambushed and shot 24 time...
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Die Like the Rest Part 1
A Winnipeg teen was brutally assaulted at a donut shop, leading to the arrest of a man from British Columbia who was in town at the time. After spendi...
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Die Like the Rest Part 2
Detectives are gradually uncovering disturbing evidence linked to a string of violent sexual assaults and murders happening nationwide, with teenage g...
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A Million Dead Ends
On the evening of May 14, 1971, six-year-old Ljubica Topic disappeared while playing outside with her older brother and their friends. When her brothe...
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Face-To-Face With Evil
Mark Mariani battled Crohn’s disease for over twenty years. In the autumn of 2010, he learned about promising medical breakthroughs that offered a g...
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The Hand Behind the Gun
During a funeral for his best friend, a teenager is tragically shot at a church. Meanwhile, another youth is ambushed and hit by seven bullets while g...
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Deadly Retribution
On a bright spring day, a man entered an office in downtown Toronto and began shooting. This triggered chaos at a nearby daycare and local schools, as...
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'I Wish I Could Hold You'
Ten-year-old Heather Thomas goes missing while biking in Surrey, B.C., prompting a massive search effort from the community. As detectives struggle wi...
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Death of the Window Dresser
Kevin McBride, a vibrant and sociable 47-year-old window dresser and antiques dealer from Australia, was the quintessential party-goer. His shocking m...
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The Strange Disappearance of Marilyn Bergeron
Marilyn Bergeron’s family embarks on a quest for answers, uncovering shocking theories surrounding the case of the young Quebec woman who vanished i...
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Shattered Dreams
An esteemed executive chef is just weeks away from achieving his lifelong goal of launching his own restaurant when he is brutally murdered. The inves...
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Before My Eyes
As Royi Flescher drove home from work, he had no idea what awaited him. Meanwhile, Soula Berdoussis believed she was merely stopping to assist at a ca...
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Code of Silence
Evelyn Fox’s son, a father of four, was shot while trying to assist a friend in danger. Shauna Brown lost her son to a drive-by shooting while he pl...
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Uncovering a Serial Killer
In the late 1970s, a string of puzzling deaths cast a shadow over Calgary. Initially, two junior high girls were discovered in an underpass, and seven...
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Just Steps From Home: The Disappearance of Julie Surprenant
In November 1999, 16-year-old Julie Surprenant vanished mysteriously, last spotted at a bus stop mere steps from her home in the Montreal suburb of Te...
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Vanished
In the days leading up to a family Easter gathering in 2019, a young single mother and her 22-month-old daughter vanished without a trace. As the days...
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A Knock at the Door
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Not Without Her Daughter
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Death Comes to the Door
Teresa Santos, a spirited 75-year-old with a heart of gold, was well-loved in her community. Hailing from Portugal, she had a playful sense of humor, ...
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Final Call: The Murder of Marie Gabriel
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Stolen: The Boogeyman Took Punky
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Golden Years Gone
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Manhunt
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Finding Nicole Morin
On July 30, 1985, eight-year-old Nicole Morin was last seen leaving her apartment on The West Mall in Etobicoke to go swimming with a friend. Despite ...
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Road of No Return
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Four Little Words
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The Night Shift
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Gone in Town
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Trail of Terror: Cottage Killer
Caroline Case, a 47-year-old owner of a gift shop in Toronto, was wrapping up her evening routine when she disappeared without a trace. Her car was la...
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Trail of Terror: Camp Hell
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Last Call
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She's Still Gone
During a sweltering summer, Michelle Charette vanishes without a trace. Her body is later discovered in a secluded, desolate location, leaving investi...
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Behind Closed Doors
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A Part of Me Died