NORTHWESTERN BRITISH COLUMBIA

[Part 2 of 2 ] The story of Sheslay Free Mike ends in a harrowing stand-off—and a great tragedy.

Special thanks to Garry Rodgers, Bob Buday, and Ed Hill.

Voice of Michael Oros: Craig Baird of Canadian History EHX podcast

This month, Canadian True Crime has donated to the Canadian Resource Centre for Victims of Crime.

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Sheslay Free Mike terrorized the north for more than a decade. His real name was Michael Oros, and he's been remembered as a legend of the north, the other “mad trapper”, a folk hero… and a cold-blooded killer. But there's much more to this story than meets the eye...

This two-part series takes a look back at a well-known, historic case that was sensationalized through headlines, to show that behind it was a real, human story.

Special thanks to Garry Rodgers, Bob Buday, and Ed Hill, and to Craig Baird of Canadian History EhX for voiceover of the Oros diaries.

Release schedule:

Part 2 will be released to all on Monday April 22. Listen ad-free and early on our premium feeds.

Additional Content Warning:

This series includes brief mentions of the death of an animal.

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Additional content warning: This case is about the death of a baby, and there is mention of domestic violence and animal abuse. Please take care when listening.

After the disappearance of a baby in Windsor in 1990, lurid headlines on both sides of the Detroit River quickly turned the baby’s teen parents into sordid celebrities.

The intention of this episode is to take a look back at a shocking crime sensationalized through headlines, how it captured public attention and inspired vigilante justice. It also reveals the stark differences between Canadian and American news coverage that played a pivotal role in the way this crime—and the stories about this crime—played out.

To see news clippings and photos from this case, follow Canadian True Crime on Facebook or Instagram.

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EDMONTON, ALBERTA

After the body of a blonde-haired woman is found in an icy ditch by the side of the road, it proves difficult to get to the bottom of what happened to her - and who was ultimately responsible.

The intention of this episode is to shine a light on the inner workings of our criminal justice system in the context of the “open court principle”—which assumes that public confidence in the integrity of the court system and administration of justice is fostered by openness and full publicity.

Podcast Recommendation

The Place That Thaws from APTN News

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A brand new Canadian podcast from APTN News, The Place That Thaws offers a rare opportunity to discover the untold stories of resilience and adaptation in the High Arctic.

Reporter Danielle Paradis and Iqaluit video journalist Trevor Wright travelled to some of Canada's most northern communities last October to speak to the locals. Through intimate interviews and immersive storytelling, they bring you the voices of those on the front lines of environmental upheaval.

The Place That Thaws is a six-part series that goes beyond the headlines, offering a nuanced exploration of how communities are confronting the challenges of a warming world.

Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music or your favourite podcast player and embark on an expedition through the frozen landscapes and resilient spirits of the High Arctic.

Read more and see stunning photos from their trip: www.aptnnews.ca/theplacethatthaws

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[ Part 2 of 2 ] THE PAROLE HEARING: In September 2023, Richard Charles Joyce's first ever parole hearing was held. Not only was it deeply revealing, but new pieces of information also came to light that shocked the victims and survivors—and has resulted in several formal complaints.

Special thanks to Kerri Kehoe, “Catherine” (mother of survivor “Annie”), and Robert Rouleau.

This two-part series is closely connected to the previous episode titled The Nozzles Gas Bar Murder.

More information

• Staff Sergeant Melanie Jefferies, Kingston Police – 2023 Award Winner
• Richard Charles Joyce denied parole in first-ever Canadian long-distance hearing - The Kingstonist
• Canadian True Crime Podcast examines heinous crimes of Kingston's Richard Charles Joyce - The Kingstonist
• Photos and news clippings will be available at our Facebook and Instagram pages

Canadian True Crime donates monthly to help those facing injustice.

This month we have donated to The Children’s Treatment Center in Cornwall, Ontario, who for more than two decades has been providing high-quality counselling services to sexually or physically abused children and their families.

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[ Part 1 of 2 ] “I have learned that secrets keep you sick, and this secret has kept me sick for 21 years.” - Kerri Kehoe

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Additional content warning: this series is about three separate but connected cases of historic child abduction and sexual assault—and it includes some graphic details that will be difficult and distressing to hear. Please see timestamps below to help you navigate the episode. This two-part series is closely connected to the previous episode titled The Nozzles Gas Bar Murder.

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When Kerri Kehoe was 11 years old she was abducted by child sexual predator. No one noticed she was missing and she decided to keep it that way. But Kerri remained haunted by what happened to her—and she would later learn that she wasn’t the only one.

Trigger Warnings - approximate timestamps:

• 4:30 to 11:50     Abduction of Kerri

— AD BREAK - Allow a few extra minutes —

• 20:40 to 23:45  Abduction of “Jane”
• 30:00 to 35:45  Abduction of “Annie”

Special thanks to Kerri Kehoe, “Catherine” (mother of survivor “Annie”), and Robert Rouleau.

More information

• Survivor speaks against parole for serial child kidnapping rapist and murder, Richard Joyce - Kingstonist

Canadian True Crime donates monthly to help those facing injustice.

This month we have donated to The Children’s Treatment Center in Cornwall, Ontario, who for more than two decades has been providing high-quality counselling services to sexually or physically abused children and their families.

Full list of resources, information sources, credits and music credits:

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Yvonne Rouleau was a 34-year old wife and mother who operated a successful gas bar at the busiest intersection in Kingston. She and her husband Paul were working hard to make their dreams come—until it all came crashing down one Monday morning in 1991.

* This episode is not part of a series - it's one of a cluster of four separate cases connected by a single thread. We’ll be exploring these other cases in a future episode.

Special thanks to Kerri Kehoe and Robert Rouleau.

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[Part 2 of 2] After picking up his pregnant wife from Saskatoon train station, Sergeant John Wilson drives them north to their new home. They just have one stop to make on the way to take care of some "police business"...

Additional content warning: Brief details of an attempted suicide at approx. timestamp 29:00 to 30:30. Please take care when listening.

More info:

• The Secret Lives of Sgt. John Wilson by Lois Simmie
• Books by Toronto True Crime Author - Nate Hendley 
• Scottish voice actor - Paul Warren 

Canadian True Crime donates monthly to help those facing injustice.

This month we have donated to Women’s Shelters Canada, an organization that supports over 600 shelters across the country for women and children fleeing violence. You can find a shelter near you by going to sheltersafe dot ca.

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[Part 1 of 2] The twisted story of Sergeant John Wilson: a mountie at the centre of a sordid love triangle that played out as World War I raged on. 

Put together from an archive of hundreds of real love letters, forged letters and police and court memos, this gripping, action-packed miniseries offers a vivid snapshot of Canada at a pivotal moment in history.

Part 2 available now ad-free on CTC Premium feeds - Amazon Music (included with Prime), Apple Podcasts, Patreon and Supercast.

Available to all December 20.

Canadian True Crime donates monthly to help those facing injustice.

This month we have donated to Women’s Shelters Canada, an organization that supports over 600 shelters across the country for women and children fleeing violence. You can find a shelter near you by going to sheltersafe dot ca.

Credits:

Voice actor - Sgt John Wilson: Paul Warren

Voice actor - Elizabeth Craig and John’s “sister”: Jesse Hawke

Police memos and news articles: AI voices

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Original concept, research: Danielle Paradis

Additional research, writing, development: Nate Hendley

Additional research, writing, sound design, narration: Kristi Lee

Audio editing and production: Nico from the Inky Pawprint

Production assistance: Jesse Hawke from the Inky Pawprint

Script consulting: Carol Weinberg

Disclaimer voiced by Erik Krosby

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[Part 2 of 2] Continuing our look back at cases we've covered that have had major updates or have attracted notable feedback.

Approximate timestamps:

• 1:20 - Jacob Hoggard Trial
• 10:30 - The Brentwood Five (Matthew de Grood)
• 20:15 - Dellen Millard, Mark Smich and other criminals serving consecutive life sentences
• 29:00 - The Giant Mine Murders - 30th Anniversary
• 32:30 - The Renfrew County Massacre - Inquiry update
• 35:30 - The Survival of Zach Miller
• 38:20 - Feedback around using AI Voices in episodes
• 41:10 - Albert Johnson Walker (the murder of Ronald Platt)
• 45:00 - Paul Bernardo’s recent parole controversy and the aftermath

More info:

• GIVEAWAY: Lay Them To Rest by Laurah Norton - it's easy to enter for the chance to win one of five hardcover copies. Deadline November 30. See link above for T&Cs.
• PODCAST RECOMMENDATION: Giant - Murder Underground, a seven-part series looking back on the Giant Mine Murders.

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