True North True Crime

In October 2008, 21-year-old Dylan Koshman disappeared from south Edmonton after a late-night argument with his cousins. He left the house wearing only jeans and a t-shirt—and without his phone, wallet, or jacket—never to be seen again. Initially treated as a missing-person case, the investigation was later reclassified as a homicide. Dylan’s wallet was recovered from a neighboring yard, but no ot...

👉 Content warning: this episode contains audio of gunfire. On June 28, 2022, a quiet day at a Bank of Montreal in Saanich, British Columbia, exploded into chaos when two heavily armed men stormed the building, triggering a deadly shootout with police. In the midst of gunfire, six officers put their lives on the line, displaying extraordinary bravery as they fought to protect innocent lives and br...

In June 1959, 12-year-old Lynne Harper disappeared from the small community of Clinton, Ontario. Two days later, her body was found in a wooded area near a rural concession road. What followed was one of the most infamous wrongful convictions in Canadian history. Steven Truscott, a 14-year-old classmate, was arrested, charged with Lynne’s murder, and sentenced to death — all within weeks. For deca...

After Malcolm Madsen vanished in Puerto Vallarta, his daughter Brooke began a relentless effort to uncover the truth. In Part 2 of our coverage, we trace how the case progressed within Mexico’s legal system. With key evidence—including GPS data and surveillance footage—Brooke pushes forward despite systemic obstacles. We are once again joined by journalist and filmmaker Robert Osborne, author and...

This is part one of a two-part series on the disappearance of Malcom Madsen. Malcom was a 68-year-old Canadian man who went missing in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, in October 2018. In this episode, we look at who Malcom was, his life in Mexico, and the night he was last seen. We’re joined by journalist and filmmaker Robert Osborne, who has investigated the case for both a book and the 2022 CBC documen...

On November 26, 2023, 23-year-old Byron Watson left his auntie’s home on Lonsdale Street in Maple Creek, Saskatchewan. He told his family he’d be back later that day — but he never returned. Byron, a member of the Nekaneet Cree Nation, was a well-known presence in the small community of Maple Creek. He worked at the local livestock auction barn, supported his brother at hockey games, and was plann...

In March 2006, 21-year-old Jessie Foster who was from Kamloops BC, vanished from North Las Vegas under circumstances that point to a disturbing pattern of trafficking and violence against women. Nearly two decades later, her case remains unsolved—but her story is far from forgotten. In this episode, we partnered with Jessie's mother, Glendene Grant, whose tireless advocacy has kept Jessie’s name a...

This week on True North True Crime, we're stepping outside our usual format to offer a rare look behind the badge. Sergeant Chris Voller of the National Police Federation joins us for a candid conversation about the realities of frontline policing in 2025. Representing over 20,000 RCMP members across Canada, Chris sheds light on the challenges officers face—from under-resourcing and public percept...

In Part One, we shared Aspen Pallot’s vibrant life and the devastating impact of intimate partner violence. Now, in Part Two, we follow her family’s painful journey through the Canadian justice system—a process that felt cold, slow, and disconnected. The trial hinged on intent: was Solaris Dey guilty of second-degree murder or manslaughter? In the end, he was convicted of manslaughter and sentence...

This week on True North True Crime, we’re joined by Jordan from The Nighttime Podcast to examine the troubling and still-unfolding case of Lily and Jack Sullivan, two young siblings who vanished from their rural property in Lansdowne Station, Nova Scotia, on the morning of May 2, 2025. According to their parents, six-year-old Lily and four-year-old Jack may have wandered off while the couple was n...

Aspen Pallot was 19 years old when she was murdered by her boyfriend, 22-year-old Solaris Day, on October 3, 2018, in Richmond, British Columbia. In this first episode of a two-part series, we focus on Aspen’s life—who she was, how she loved, and the deep bond she shared with her family. Aspen’s loved ones stood by her as she navigated a relationship that had become increasingly heavy. They extend...

On October 28, 2023, beloved actor Matthew Perry was found dead in his Los Angeles home. Initially reported as an accidental drowning, new evidence has emerged that suggests something far more sinister. In this episode, we examine the circumstances surrounding Perry’s final days, the details from multiple indictments, and the people now facing criminal charges in connection with his death. Perry w...

Juanita “Winnie” Migwans, a 31-year-old Indigenous woman from M’Chigeeng First Nation on Manitoulin Island, has been missing since October 4, 2024. She was last seen walking along Riverside Drive in M’Chigeeng. She disappeated without her phone, identification, or personal belongings . Her sudden disappearance has left her family and community deeply concerned. Migwans is described...

On October 3, 1996, 42-year-old Audrey Desjardins finished her night shift at a fruit packing plant in St. Davids, Ontario. After dropping off a friend in Welland, she vanished without a trace—along with her red Ford Crown Victoria. Despite extensive searches, including multiple dives in regional waterways, neither Audrey nor her vehicle has ever been found. Nearly three decades later, her case re...

On March 17, 2022, 29-year-old Nicholas Adamson vanished after a night out at The Moose & Goose nightclub in Thorold, Ontario. After stepping outside to make a phone call around 1 a.m., he was denied re-entry into the club. Surveillance footage later captured him walking away along Sullivan Street toward Pine Street. Despite extensive searches and investigations, Nicholas remains missing, leav...

In March 2023, 23-year-old Kiara Agnew from Dawson Creek, British Columbia, was found dead at a resort in Playa del Carmen, Mexico. This episode examines the circumstances of her death, the official investigation, and the broader issues of safety while traveling abroad. Gofundme:  https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-bring-kiara-agnew-home Petition:  https://www.change.org/p/justice-for-kiara...

For years, Cody Dempster’s case remained unresolved. Then, in 2018, the file was taken over by a cold case unit, and investigators narrowed in on a suspect. But despite significant developments, no arrest was ever made. In this episode, we uncover who police believe is responsible for Cody’s death—and why they were never brought to trial. With insight from Cody’s best...

In the spring of 2011, the community of Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, was shaken by the suspicious death of 16-year-old Cody Dempster. He was found unresponsive in a downtown alley and later pronounced dead—his passing eventually ruled a homicide. The RCMP initially had suspects, but despite early leads, the case went cold. For over a decade, Cody’s family...

In this episode, we delve into the tragic case of Bradley Steven Kline, a 26-year-old man from Surrey, British Columbia. On December 7, 2018, Bradley was found dead in his Newton coach house under mysterious circumstances. Despite initial challenges, the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) identified several suspects and are actively pursuing individuals in both the Lower Mainland and Ed...

In this episode, we delve into the tragic deaths of Lucas Fowler, Chynna Deese, and Leonard Dyck—the victims of a horrifying crime spree that shocked Canada in 2019. Lucas and Chynna, a couple from Australia and the United States, were on a dream road trip in British Columbia when their lives were cut short in a brutal and senseless act of violence. We’ll explore their love story, their hopes for...

You asked your questions and we did our best to answer them! Join us as we discuss case updates from episodes we did in 2024, and then sit back and relax for a more off the cuff conversational style episode while we ask questions our listeners had for us. -- This podcast is recorded on the territories of the Coast Salish people. Music Composed by: Sayer Roberts - https://soundcloud.com/user-135673...

Join us for a conversation with Jordan Bonaparte from The Night Time Podcast and Madelayne Klein as we reflect on the 2024 cases that left a lasting impression, delve into true crime, podcasting, and more. -- This podcast is recorded on the territories of the Coast Salish people. Music Composed by: Sayer Roberts - https://soundcloud.com/user-135673977 // shorturl.at/mFPZ0 Subscribe to TNTC+ on App...

**This episode was originally released as a TNTC+ episode** In this episode, we delve into the chilling tale of Abby Drover, a 12-year-old girl from Port Moody, British Columbia, whose life took a tragic turn on March 10, 1976. Abby mysteriously vanished on her way to school, leaving her community in a state of shock and despair. For months, the search for Abby seemed fruitless, and hope began to...

Amber Manthorne was last seen in her Vancouver Island community of Port Alberni on July 7, 2022, leaving her loved ones and the community searching for answers. Her white 2021 Jeep Compass was found abandoned two days later, near a logging road outside Nanaimo. In a chilling twist, security footage shows her ex-boyfriend, Justin Hall, driving her vehicle and struggling with a suitcase and a large...

In this episode, we delve into the life and tragic death of Aldane “Dale” Mesquita, a devoted father and beloved son whose 2018 murder shocked the Edmonton community. Dale’s body was discovered in a van in Strathcona County, sparking an investigation that revealed the harrowing details of his final days which included kidnapping, criminal confinement, and torture. We were honoured to sit down with...