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[ Part 6 of 6 ] The conclusion.Review the evidence:WATCH: The Surveillance Footage at the mid-block pedestrian crosswayWATCH: Eyewitness statements and 911 call audioREAD: Collision Reconstruction ReportREAD: Transcript from May 25 2010 Court ProceedingMedia referenced in this episode:READ: Lost Boy: The death of Darcy Allan Sheppard, by Jennifer Wells, December 26, 2013WATCH: Michael Bryant's Ted X TalkREAD: 28 Seconds: A True Story of Addiction, Tragedy, and Hope by Michael Bryant, published by Viking, Toronto, 2012WATCH: Michael Bryant's interview with Amanda Lang on CBC READ: Darcy's sister Chantel: "Daughter begs for help solving mom’s 2013 murder: ‘Our family needs answers’Canadian True Crime donates monthly to those facing injustice.This month we have donated to: Bicycle Messenger Emergency FundFull list of resources and information sources and credits:See the page for this episode at canadiantruecrime.caCredits:Research and production assistance: Haley GrayAudio editing: ...

[ Part 5 of 6 ]After the court proceeding comes to a close, things continue to snowball, leading Darcy Allan Sheppard's loved ones and supporters to press harder for the truth.Review the available evidence*:WATCH:The Surveillance Footageat the mid-block pedestrian crosswayMichael Bryant's book 28 Seconds states:"It was Darcy Sheppard who, moments later, drove within inches of my driver’s-side door, as our Saab was stopped a little farther west on Bloor Street at an intersection near Avenue Road. It was Darcy Sheppard who then pulled directly in front of our car and spun his bike around to confront us, sneering at me. “Now what’re ya gonna do?”WATCH:Eyewitness statements and 911 call audioREAD:Collision Reconstruction ReportREAD:Transcript from May 25 2010 Court Proceeding* Remember - none of it has been proven in court (crown or defence)Media referenced in this episode:WATCH:Michael Bryant's interview with Amanda Langon CBCREAD:Toronto Life articleMichael Bryant's bad yearby Lea...

[ Part 4 of 6 ]The rest of Michael Bryant's version of events is provided to the court by the special independent prosecutor, as he explained his decision to withdraw the charges. At the time, the court heard that Bryant's version of events lined up with the evidence, but years later when documents containing details of a large amount of that evidence were publicly released, a different story emerges.Resources referenced:WATCH: Surveillance video released briefly by the mediaWATCH: Eyewitness statements and 911 call audioREAD:Collision Reconstruction ReportREAD:Transcript from May 25 2010 Court ProceedingFull list of resources and information sources and credits:See the page for this episode at canadiantruecrime.caCredits:Research and production assistance: Haley GrayResearch, writing, sound design: Kristi LeeAudio editing: We Talk of DreamsTheme by We Talk of DreamsDisclaimer voiced by the host of True See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

TORONTO, ONTARIO[ Part 3 of 6 ]In this episode, the Collision Reconstruction experts determine what happened in the incident that led to Darcy's death, Michael Bryant finally reveals his side of the story, and more.Resources referenced:WATCH: Surveillance video released briefly by the mediaWATCH: Eyewitness statements and 911 call audioREAD: Collision Reconstruction ReportREAD: Transcript from May 25 2010 Court ProceedingFull list of resources and information sources and credits:See the page for this episode at www.canadiantruecrime.caAD-FREE episodes are available via our Premium FeedsSign up via Apple Podcasts, Patreon or SupercastCanadian True Crime donates monthly to help those facing injustice. This month we have donated to: Bicycle Messenger Emergency FundCredits:Research and production assistance: Haley GrayResearch, writing, sound design: Kristi LeeAudio editing: We Talk of DreamsTheme by We Talk of DreamsDisclaimer voiced by the host of True See acast.com/privacy for privac...

[ Part 2 of 6 ]Unravelling the aftermath of the incident that caused Darcy Allan Sheppard’s death—the twists and turns that came with each new day, and how investigators worked to get to the truth of exactly what happened.Important articles mentioned:Cyclist may have grabbed Bryant, wheel: police, uncredited, CBC News, September 2, 2009Spinning the first week of Michael Bryant’s new life, by Linda Diebel, September 5, 2009Michael Bryant’s spin class by Joe Friesen, September 18, 2009Michael Bryant and self-defence, uncredited, Ottawa Citizen Opinion, September 3, 2009-See full list of media articles Podcast Recommendation:Law&Crime SidebarSubscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on SpotifySubscribe to the YouTube channelAD-FREE episodes are available via our Premium FeedsSign up via Apple Podcasts, Patreon or SupercastCredits:Research: Haley GrayResearch, writing, sound design: Kristi LeeProduction assistance: Aviva LessardProduction assistance: Haley GrayAudio editing: We Talk of D...

[ Part 1 of 6 ] On a warm summer evening in 2009 there was a violent collision on a downtown Toronto street, an incident so unimaginable that it left bystanders shocked and confused. The evening’s events dominated the headlines and would be hotly debated for years to come but one thing was certain: the very different lives of the two men involved would never be the same.Note: This series was originally four parts, but ended up being six.If you’re a subscriber on Apple Podcasts, Supercast and Patreon, look out for early release of ad-free episodes.Full list of resources, information sources and more:See the page for this episode at the Canadian True Crime websiteCredits:Research: Haley GrayResearch, writing, sound design: Kristi LeeProduction assistance, creative direction: Aviva LessardProduction assistance: Haley GrayAudio editing: We Talk of DreamsTheme by We Talk of DreamsDisclaimer voiced by the host of True See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today in this special episode, we take a look back at one of the early Canadian True Crime episodes - the story of Saskatchewan’s worst mass murder. You'll hear a never-before-told story about why this episode was very different from the rest.Early one morning in 1967, 21-year-old Victor Hoffman was in the midst of a serious mental health crisis, a crisis that would have tragic consequences for an unsuspecting local family.Credits:Writer, researcher and narrator: Kristi LeeAudio production and original scoring: Erik KrosbyAdditional editing, mixing: Mike MigasMain resources and further reading:‘Schizophrenia, Mass Murder, and The Law’ by F.H. Kahan, Orthomolecular Psychiatry, Volume 2, Number 3, 1973, Pp. 127-146Marking 50 years since the Shell Lake murders, Canada's worst random mass killing by Bonnie Allan, CBC NewsRampage: Canadian Mass Murder and Spree Killing by Lee MellorCasefile: True Crime Podcast They Walk Among Us: UK True Crime They Walk Among America Felon True Crime ...

[Part 3 of 3] In 1971, Indigenous high school student Helen Betty Osborne was abducted and brutally murdered near The Pas, Manitoba.When Betty’s body was found hours later at nearby Clearwater Lake, it was clear she had been the victim of a heinous crime. But it would take many, many years for the truth of what really happened to Betty to come to light—ultimately exposing the depths of racial injustice in the small town.Crisis Line for Indian Residential School SurvivorsFor CRISIS SUPPORT 24/7 call 1-800-721-0066Current unsolved #MMIWG cases from The Pas and surrounding areas:Amanda Sophia Bartlett, 18Elizabeth Mae Dorion, 44Josephine Martin, 58Kendara Ballantyne, 18Also: Morris Linklater, 18 year old male went missing in September of 2020Take Action - No More Stolen SistersRead the 2021 campaign guideMore resourcesReport of the Aboriginal Justice Inquiry of ManitobaRead the full reportKey sections: Historical Overview, Treaty Rights, Helen Betty OsborneCanadian True Crime donates...

Manitoba|In 1971, Indigenous high school student Helen Betty Osborne was abducted and brutally murdered near The Pas, Manitoba.When Betty’s body was found hours later at nearby Clearwater Lake, it was clear she had been the victim of a heinous crime. But it would take many, many years for the truth of what really happened to Betty to come to light—ultimately exposing the depths of racial injustice in the small town.Crisis Line for Indian Residential School SurvivorsFor CRISIS SUPPORT 24/7 call 1-800-721-0066Report of the Aboriginal Justice Inquiry of ManitobaRead the full reportKey sections: Historical Overview, Treaty Rights, Helen Betty OsborneCanadian True Crime donates monthly to help those facing injustice.This month we have donated to:Indian residential school survivors societyTrue Crime Podcast Festival 2022Dallas, Texas, August 26-28. Learn more and buy ticketsAD-FREE episodes are available via our Premium FeedsSign up via Apple Podcasts, Patreon or SupercastCredits:Resear...

[ Part 1 of 3 ] In 1971, Indigenous high school student Helen Betty Osborne was abducted and brutally murdered near The Pas, Manitoba.When Betty’s body was found hours later at nearby Clearwater Lake, it was clear she had been the victim of a heinous crime. But it would take many, many years for the truth of what really happened to Betty to come to light—ultimately exposing the depths of racial injustice in the small town.Release schedule:Part 2: Available to everyone April 8*Part 3: Available to everyone April 15** Ad-free versions will be available slightly early via our premium feeds on Apple Podcasts, Patreon and SupercastCrisis Line for Indian Residential School SurvivorsFor CRISIS SUPPORT 24/7 call 1-800-721-0066Report of the Aboriginal Justice Inquiry of ManitobaRead the full reportKey sections: Historical Overview, Treaty Rights, Helen Betty OsborneCanadian True Crime donates monthly to help those facing injustice.This month we have donated to:Indian residential school sur...