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Melonie Biddersingh; ONTARIO Part 2

Release Date: 04/12/2024

Podcast By Proxy: Canadian True Crime

March 9th, 1998 Donna Oglive was found murdered in a parking lot near the Maple Leaf Park in Toronto, Ontario. It would be over 20 years before genetic geneology would help provide a name and ultimatly lead to an arrest. -K&O Check us out on Instagram to join in the discussions about the case! Comment on the case related post, we can't wait to hear your thoughts. Intro music made by: Sources:

Sonia Varaschin; ONTARIO

Podcast By Proxy: Canadian True Crime

On August 30, 2010, 42 year old Sonia Varashin went missing and was murdered in her home in Orangeville, Ontario. Despite extensive efforts by law enforcement, her case remains unsolved. Police believe someone out there has crucial information that could help solve her case. A $50,000 reward continues to be offered for the information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or people responsible for Varaschin’s murder. Anyone with information is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477. -K&O Check us out on Instagram...

January Lapuz; BRITISH COLUMBIA

Podcast By Proxy: Canadian True Crime

Happy New Year to All! Thank you for your patience while we enjoy the holidays with our families and welcome the newest PBP member to the squad, Remi. January Marie Lapuz was a transgender woman, murdered after being attacked in her home on Sept. 29, 2012 by a client, following a dispute over money for services rendered by January who was a sex worker. -K&O Check us out on Instagram to join in the discussions about the case! Comment on the case related post, we can't wait to hear your thoughts. Intro music made by: Sources: COMING SOON...

Sheree Fertuck; SASKATCHEWAN

Podcast By Proxy: Canadian True Crime

Sheree Fertuck, a 51-year-old mother of three and grandmother, vanished on Dec. 7, 2015. She was last seen leaving her mother's farm near Kenaston that day, she was returning to the gravel pit where she worked. Her Truck was found in the lot with all belongings left inside, follow along with us as we find out what happened to Sheree. -K&O Check us out on Instagram to join in the discussions about the case! Comment on the case related post, we can't wait to hear your thoughts. Intro music made by: Sources:

Robert Pickton and the missing women of Vancouver’s DTES Part 4; BRITISH COLUMBIA

Podcast By Proxy: Canadian True Crime

Between 1978 and 2001, at least 65 women were reported missing from the Downtown Eastside of Vancouver, BC. Police in Vancouver refused to believe or acknowledge that a serial killer might be active in the area, and families often had a difficult time getting their loved ones reported missing due to their socioeconomic status. This is Part 3 of the case of Robert Pickton and the missing women of Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside. -K&O Check us out on Instagram to join in the discussions about the case! Comment on the case related post, we can't wait to hear your...

Robert Pickton and the missing women of Vancouver’s DTES Part 3; BRITISH COLUMBIA

Podcast By Proxy: Canadian True Crime

Thank you to those who reached out pointing out the tech issue with the first upload, thanks for you patience while we repaired the episode. Between 1978 and 2001, at least 65 women were reported missing from the Downtown Eastside of Vancouver, BC. Police in Vancouver refused to believe or acknowledge that a serial killer might be active in the area, and families often had a difficult time getting their loved ones reported missing due to their socioeconomic status. This is Part 3 of the case of Robert Pickton and the missing women of Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside. -K&O...

Robert Pickton and the missing women of Vancouver’s DTES Part 2; BRITISH COLUMBIA

Podcast By Proxy: Canadian True Crime

Between 1978 and 2001, at least 65 women were reported missing from the Downtown Eastside of Vancouver, BC. Police in Vancouver refused to believe or acknowledge that a serial killer might be active in the area, and families often had a difficult time getting their loved ones reported missing due to their socioeconomic status. This is Part 2 of the case of Robert Pickton and the missing women of Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside. -K&O Check us out on Instagram to join in the discussions about the case! Comment on the case related post, we can't wait to hear your...

Robert Pickton and the missing women of Vancouver’s DTES Part 1; BRITISH COLUMBIA

Podcast By Proxy: Canadian True Crime

Between 1978 and 2001, at least 65 women were reported missing from the Downtown Eastside of Vancouver, BC. Police in Vancouver refused to believe or acknowledge that a serial killer might be active in the area, and families often had a difficult time getting their loved ones reported missing due to their socioeconomic status. This is Part 1 of the case of Robert Pickton and the missing women of Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside. -K&O Check us out on Instagram to join in the discussions about the case! Comment on the case related post, we can't wait to hear your...

The Surrey Six; BRITISH COLUMBIA Part 2

Podcast By Proxy: Canadian True Crime

Six people are found dead in a Surrey apartment building. Come to find out that the suspected gas leak was not that. Possible gang activity leave two innocent men caught in the crossfires. This week we explore the trial and police misconduct that took place in the years to follow, while families wait for justice. -K&O Check us out on Instagram to join in the discussions about the case! Comment on the case related post, we can't wait to hear your thoughts. Intro music made by: Sources:

The Surrey Six; BRITISH COLUMBIA

Podcast By Proxy: Canadian True Crime

Six people are found dead in a Surrey apartment building. Come to find out that the suspected gas leak was not that. Possible gang activity leave two innocent men caught in the crossfires. -K&O Check us out on Instagram to join in the discussions about the case! Comment on the case related post, we can't wait to hear your thoughts. Intro music made by: Sources:

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Melonie Biddersingh was a teenage Jamaican immigrant who met a tragic fate in 1994. Her life was cut short by the very people who should have protected her: her father and stepmother. Her case is considered one of the worst child abuse cases in Canadian history.

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Retired Toronto detective who cracked 'girl in the suitcase murder' reveals what led to arrest | CTV News

‘Suitcase murder’: Toronto Police to exhume Dwayne Biddersingh’s body (thestar.com)

Melonie Biddersingh’s death should shame us all: James (thestar.com)

'Her story haunts me every day': Former homicide detective turned reporter reflects on 'suitcase murder' (ctvnews.ca)

Melonie Biddersingh cold case: Police identify remains of teen found in burning suitcase 18 years later | National Post

Melonie Biddersingh’s brother tells sentencing hearing of ‘extreme guilt’ over abuse he witnessed (thestar.com)

Melonie Biddersingh’s mother tells court she never stopped searching for daughter after disappearance (thestar.com)

Melonie Biddersingh's half-brother testifies about father's abuse at trial | CBC News

Father, stepmother charged in 1994 suitcase slaying | CBC News

Melonie's killer stepmom screams obscenities at sentencing | Toronto Sun