True North True Crime

Jessica Ghawi

At 24 years old Jessica Ghawi was a respected up-and-comer in the world of sports journalism. She is described as vivacious, kind, and driven. During a trip to Toronto, Jessica narrowly escaped a shooting at the Eaton Centre. After returning home to Denver, Jessica reflected on her experience in Toronto. She wrote a public blog about the blessings of life and family. Tragically, just 7 weeks later, Jessica would face gun violence again. In the wake of Jessica’s death, her parents Lonnie and Sandy have dedicated their lives to helping other families who have been affected by gun violence. Survivors Empowered: https://www.survivorsempowered.org/--Music Composed by: Sayer Roberts - https://soundcloud.com/user-135673977 // shorturl.at/mFPZ0Subscribe to TNTC+ on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/TNTCJoin our Patreon: www.patreon.com/tntcpodMerch: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/true-north-true-crime?ref_id=24376Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tntcpod/Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tntcpod Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

MMIWG: What Happened To Chelsea Poorman?

In episode 15 we featured the disappearance of Chelsea Poorman. Chelsea, a 24-year-old Cree woman from the Kawacatoose First Nation in Saskatchewan, had just recently moved to Vancouver. After a night of dinner and drinks on September 6th, 2020, she went missing from the Granville Street Entertainment District. Despite many searches and much media awareness, Chelsea was not found. Tragically on April 22nd, 2022 a contractor working on the grounds of a west-side mansion discovered human remains that have been identified as Chelsea Poorman.In this episode, we speak with Chelsea’s mother, Sheila, about the investigation into her daughter’s death and the unanswered questions that remain. Chelsea’s Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/404166654085122/?ref=share--Music Composed by: Sayer Roberts - https://soundcloud.com/user-135673977 // shorturl.at/mFPZ0Subscribe to TNTC+ on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/TNTCJoin our Patreon: www.patreon.com/tntcpodMerch: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/true-north-true-crime?ref_id=24376Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tntcpod/Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tntcpod Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

MISSING: Lucas ‘Luke’ Degerness

On the morning of June 7, 2007, Lucas Degerness, a 14-year-old Indigenous boy, walked out of his high school and into a fog-filled day in Prince George, BC. His family has not heard from him since. While there have been many suspected sightings of Lucas over the years, these tips have not been confirmed by his family. In this episode, we speak with Lucas’ sister Jolene and his mother Gina about the investigation, sightings, and whether there is a criminal element to his disappearance. If you have any information about the disappearance of Lucas Degerness you are asked to call Crimestoppers. MissingKids Profile: https://missingkids.ca/en/missing-children-database/163Luke’s Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/12595090622/?ref=share--Music Composed by: Sayer Roberts - https://soundcloud.com/user-135673977 // shorturl.at/mFPZ0Subscribe to TNTC+ on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/TNTCJoin our Patreon: www.patreon.com/tntcpodMerch: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/true-north-true-crime?ref_id=24376Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tntcpod/Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tntcpod Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BONUS - Update: Craig MacDonald & Elnaz Hajtamiri

In this bonus episode, we have some updates to share. There has been some significant movement in two of our recent episodes. An arrest has been made for the murder of Craig MacDonald (Ep 48) We will walk through the timeline of the arrest and its connection to the BOLO program. There has also been a new arrest in the Elnaz Hajtamiri case (Ep 44). While Elnaz has not been found there has been new information brought forward that connects the December assault with the January abduction. While two people are currently facing charges in relation to Elnaz one man remains at large. His name is Harshdeep Binner, 23, of Brampton and he may be in the Edmonton area. Elnaz is still missing, anyone with information on the case to contact the dedicated tip line at 1-866-876-5423 ext. 7250 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous.BOLO Program: https://www.boloprogram.orgElnaz Fundraiser: https://www.gofundme.com/f/bring-elnaz-homeWanted: https://globalnews.ca/news/8761281/suspect-canada-wide-warrant-elnaz-hajtamiri/amp/ Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Henry Jemmott

A serene night on the island paradise of Ambergris Caye was shattered by the sound of a single gunshot. When authorities arrived at the scene, they found wealthy Canadian business investor Jasmine Hartin covered in blood. In the water, nearby was the body of beloved Belizean police Superintendent Henry Jemmott. Henry had died at the scene from a single gunshot wound. In this episode, we look into the timeline leading up to May 28th, 2021, and the events afterward.--Music Composed by: Sayer Roberts - https://soundcloud.com/user-135673977 // shorturl.at/mFPZ0Subscribe to TNTC+ on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/TNTCJoin our Patreon: www.patreon.com/tntcpodMerch: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/true-north-true-crime?ref_id=24376Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tntcpod/Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tntcpod Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Craig MacDonald

Craig MacDonald, a 43-year-old Scarborough man, was known for his generosity and kindness. He was a father of 5 children with 2 stepchildren and a grandchild. On the evening of October 13, 2021, Craig watched a hockey game with friends. Craig then stopped into a local chain restaurant for a beer and to socialize. An altercation with a stranger would quickly and inexplicably turn deadly. The man believed to be responsible for Craig’s death is wanted on a Canada-wide warrant for first-degree murder. He is still at large. In the episode, we speak with Craig’s sister, Drema, about her brother’s life and the investigation into his death. The Suspect: https://torontopolice.on.ca/homicide/wanted/65/2021/MOHAMED?fbclid=IwAR1oq_Mq9c4u3fUovW6ZZOmZEhIaeTA_Ss8XG3QYTPsQjlStjgcTRTt4Y-ECraig MacDonald Memorial GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/craig-macdonald-memorial-fund--Music Composed by: Sayer Roberts - https://soundcloud.com/user-135673977 // shorturl.at/mFPZ0Subscribe to TNTC+ on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/TNTCJoin our Patreon: www.patreon.com/tntcpodMerch: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/true-north-true-crime?ref_id=24376Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tntcpod/Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tntcpod Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meghan Hester

Meghan Hester is described as the free spirit of her family. She had interests in the arts and working to help others. She moved to the big city of Toronto in the spring of 2014 but died suddenly just a few months later. In this episode, we speak to Meghan’s mother, Jennifer, about her daughter’s life and the investigation into her death. --Music Composed by: Sayer Roberts - https://soundcloud.com/user-135673977 // shorturl.at/mFPZ0Subscribe to TNTC+ on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/TNTCJoin our Patreon: www.patreon.com/tntcpodMerch: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/true-north-true-crime?ref_id=24376Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tntcpod/Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tntcpod Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

MISSING: Madison Scott

On May 27th, 2011, 20-year-old Madison Scott attended a party at a campground south of Vanderhoof BC. Madison was expected to return home the next day but she did not. For over a decade her case has been covered in the media but answers have not come. An ongoing investigation has ruled that foul play is involved. There is a $100 000 reward for information leading to the arrest of anyone responsible for the disappearance. The Scott family and the community of Vanderhoof need your help to find Maddy. Crimestoppers Profile: https://www.crimestoppers.net/missing-persons/person/11/Documentary: https://youtu.be/Xn0ROcjh7ysWebsite: http://madisonscott.ca--Music Composed by: Sayer Roberts - https://soundcloud.com/user-135673977 // shorturl.at/mFPZ0Subscribe to TNTC+ on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/TNTCJoin our Patreon: www.patreon.com/tntcpodMerch: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/true-north-true-crime?ref_id=24376Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tntcpod/Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tntcpod Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Irene Pearson

On November 16th, 1979, the body of Irene Pearson was found in the basement of a display home in Winnipeg Manitoba. The 31-year-old realtor had been brutally beaten and stabbed. For over 40 years the person who committed this crime has evaded prosecution. In the summer of 2020 retired WPS Officer Andrew Mikolajewski made contact with a man who was interviewed in connection with the murder. In this episode, we speak with Andrew about Irene’s murder and what the man revealed to him.Andrew Mikolajewski's book: https://barbstoppel.com/%22stoppel%22-the-book--Music Composed by: Sayer Roberts - https://soundcloud.com/user-135673977 // shorturl.at/mFPZ0Subscribe to TNTC+ on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/TNTCJoin our Patreon: www.patreon.com/tntcpodMerch: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/true-north-true-crime?ref_id=24376Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tntcpod/Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tntcpod Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ABDUCTED: Elnaz Hajtamiri

Elnaz Hajtamiri, a 38-year-old woman, was abducted from a Wasaga Beach home on January 12, 2022. At around 8:30 pm, 3 men dressed as police officers, forced their way into the home and dragged Elnaz into a waiting car. She has not been seen or heard from since. In this incredibly urgent episode, we speak with a family spokesperson and Attorney Devin Bains about the investigation and the events that lead to this abduction. Elnaz and her family need our help. Please help spread the word by sharing this episode. We need your help to #bringelnazhome  Anyone with information is asked to call the tip line at 1-833-728-3415 Support the family on Instagram by following: @bringelnazhome--Music Composed by: Sayer Roberts - https://soundcloud.com/user-135673977 // shorturl.at/mFPZ0Subscribe to TNTC+ on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/TNTCJoin our Patreon: www.patreon.com/tntcpodMerch: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/true-north-true-crime?ref_id=24376Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tntcpod/Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tntcpod Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.