True North True Crime

31/12/2024

Zack LeFave was last seen on New Year’s Eve 2020. Click on the link below to hear his story.

31/12/2024

Derek “Ritzy” Ritz was last seen on or around New Year’s Eve 2016.

Follow the links in the below post to hear his story.

Episode 103 - MISSING: Derek "Ritzy" Ritz is available now.

→ Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/true-north-true-crime/id1516149477?i=1000670080536

→ Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0ifr0nSFuWaw7qKogIPjv8?si=d46c02d261254871

Derek Ritz, a 51-year-old man from Perth County, went missing on New Year’s Eve in 2016. He was last seen around 3 a.m. in Sebringville, Ontario, near Avonton Road. Despite ongoing efforts from the OPP and public assistance, his whereabouts remain unknown. Derek is described as 5'11", 170 lbs, with shoulder-length brown hair and a tattoo of a woman with a snake on his forearm. He was last seen wearing blue jeans, a dark leather motorcycle jacket, and carrying an orange backpack.

In this episode we sit down with Kerry, an investigator from Please Bring Me Home to help share Derek's story.

Ritz was known to travel on foot between Sebringville and Stratford. The authorities have asked the public to check their properties for any signs that might help in locating him. They remain concerned for his well-being and encourage anyone with information to contact the Stratford Police at (519) 271-4141 or Crime Stoppers​ at 1-800-222-8477.

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/379622282407284

Please Bring Me Home Tipline: https://pleasebringmehome.com/cases-2/ontario/derek-ritz-ritzy/

26/12/2024

The Kidnapping of Abby Drover

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7JD6yy3NRyr216oHm1ssgw?si=MsErVWYNQLWBjSkWeJeC7A

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/true-north-true-crime/id1516149477?i=1000681749846

**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 wane.

Join us as we explore the details of her disappearance, the extensive search efforts, and the shocking discoveries that unfolded.

20/12/2024

The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) has taken over the case of Chantelle Moore, 34, last seen at a Langley hotel on October 16, 2024. Initially a missing person investigation, IHIT assumed conduct after recent findings deemed her disappearance suspicious. Despite extensive efforts by Surrey and Langley RCMP, questions remain unanswered.
Moore is described as 5'7", 126 pounds, with brown hair. IHIT is asking anyone with information to contact their Information Line at 1-877-551-IHIT (4448) or email [email protected]

20/12/2024

Hey all! Just a reminder to send in your questions for a special Q&A episode we’ll be recording very soon. This episode will be more laid-back and off the cuff than our usual format, and we’re excited for you to get to know your fave hosts, a little better!

You can ask your questions below or email [email protected]

Happy Holidays 🎄🎅🏻

19/12/2024

TNTC+ THE MAINE REGISTRY MURDERS

In April 2006, a 20-year-old man drove from Nova Scotia to Maine with a chilling plan. Armed with names and addresses from the state’s s*x offender registry, he hunted down two men, Joseph Gray and William Elliott, in a series of calculated attacks. What compelled this seemingly ordinary young man to cross borders and commit such violent crimes? In this episode, we explore the events leading up to the murders, the controversy surrounding public registries, and the unsettling questions left in the wake of his actions.

Avaibale with a subscription on Apple Podcast and Patreon

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19/12/2024

CAMPBELL RIVER BC
KELLY MCLEOD

14/12/2024

What a fantastic way to close out the year! Amazon Music has named True North True Crime one of the 20 Best Canadian Podcasts of 2024! We’re so grateful to Amazon Music for this recognition, to our amazing team at Acast, and to all of you who listen and support us. Thank you for being part of this journey! Play More Pods!

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13/12/2024

MAJOR UPDATE: JUSTIN MACDONALD

BREAKING - MAN CHARGED IN RELATION TO JUSTIN MACDONALD'S DISAPPEARANCE - Cape Breton Regional Police have charged a 38-year-old man in relation to the disappearance of Justin MacDonald.

Mitchell George McPhee has been arrested and faces charges of manslaughter, robbery, and assault. Police took McPhee into custody on December 12 in Sydney as part of an ongoing investigation by the Major Crime Unit.

Justin MacDonald, was last seen on July 7, 2024, at approximately 11:00 PM at the Irving gas station on Commercial Street in North Sydney. Surveillance footage captured him at the location. MacDonald, 31, was described as 5’9” tall, weighing 240 pounds, with sandy blond hair and blue eyes.

Shortly after his disappearance, police located his vehicle, a blue Kia Forte with Nova Scotia license plate FYZ-715, roughly 25 kilometers away in the Ormond Crescent area of Mira Road in CBRM.

Since then, police have conducted an extensive investigation, including searches with K9 and drone teams, as well as ground search and rescue efforts.

13/12/2024

UPDATE: COLE HOSACK

A suspect was arrested and then released in connection with the disappearance of Cole Hosack.

An article by CJDC-TV reports that 3 men have been under surveillance in connection with Cole’s missing file.

Here is an excerpt from the article.

A CJDC TV News investigation has learned that the RCMP have made an arrest in connection with Cole’s disappearance.

Hosack was last seen on security camera footage heading down a back alley near the TD Bank on 11th Street, around 11 p.m. that night.

Security camera footage from Fountain Tire then showed a pick-up truck about a minute later, heading down the same alley. A source said three men were inside the pick-up, however it is not clear if they were the same three individuals that chased Cole from the bar moments before.

A source told CJDC TV News that the driver of the pick-up was arrested in connection with Cole’s disappearance. He was questioned and then released without being charged.

It is not clear when the suspect was taken into custody by police, but CJDC has learned, three suspects were under police surveillance for a period of time. It is also not clear why the other two suspects were also not arrested.

Hosack stopped in Dawson Creek on New Year's on his way to Medicine Hat to start a new job. He and three other people went to the Lone Star that night. It is believed words were exchanged with three men who approached Cole while he was playing pool.

Cole went outside to have a cigarette when he was confronted. A fight ensued and Cole ran across Alaska Avenue to escape.

Three men were reported to have chased him across the Alaska Avenue. A source tells CJDC TV News that the same three men were seen on security camera footage, turning around and heading back to the bar.

A source also told CJDC, that Cole was hit by a vehicle while crossing the street before heading down the alley beside the TD Bank.

12/12/2024

MISSING: Amber Manthorne

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/true-north-true-crime/id1516149477?i=1000675801661

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6mXh06Bi9wy2ZBzpqslGNu?si=raDn7TJ8QMOB53SKRcPuTg

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 plastic tote in the early hours of July 8. The large black plastic tote seen in the footage has never been recovered.

The RCMP now believe that Amber was likely the victim of foul play, with Hall as a key person of interest. Yet Hall's own death in Merritt last year has left police with more questions than answers, and Amber’s family still waits for closure. In this episode, we speak with Laura Palmer, host of the podcast Island Crime, who covered Amber’s case in-depth. Together, we examine the events surrounding Amber’s disappearance, the disturbing details caught on camera, and the lingering questions that haunt those still hoping for answers.

RCMP Press Release: https://bc-cb.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/ViewPage.action?siteNodeId=2136&languageId=1&contentId=85797

Check out "Island Crime": https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/island-crime/id1513479877

Finding Amber Manthorne Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1407755686318181

05/12/2024

Our most streamed episode on Spotify in 2024 was MISSING: Cole Hosack

His disappearance remains unsolved.

🎧: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4n26OFEj3sQwnFJrK1KnmW?si=X4UsRU03SLGSxZUcnixceQ

In the early hours of January 1st, 2024, Cole Hosack disappeared from the vicinity of the Lonestar Bar in Dawson Creek, leaving behind a community gripped by concern and confusion. Despite the diligent efforts of law enforcement and the public, there has been no sign of the 24-year-old since that night.

Hosack, a Caucasian male with brown hair and eyes, stands at 5 ft 9 in and weighs 150 lbs. He was last seen sporting dark green pants, a green t-shirt, and a distinctive black hat adorned with the Boston Red Sox "B" symbol. Cole was scheduled to start a new job in Medicine Hat, Alberta, on January 5th, but he never made it to his destination.

As authorities intensify their search efforts, they urge residents to scour their properties, including sheds and under decks, amidst challenging weather conditions. Additionally, surveillance footage along Highway 49, from 8th Street to Alaska Avenue heading eastbound to Spirit River, is being sought to unravel the events leading up to Hosack's vanishing.
Join us as we speak to Cole's mother, Julie, to shed more light on her son and his disappearance. If you possess any information that could aid in this investigation, please contact the Dawson Creek detachment at 250-784-3700.

Join the MISSING: Cole Hosack Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2031267420671827

02/12/2024

MISSING: MANITOBA!

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♦️MISSING PERSON - JEFFREY FLORESCO ♦️

The Brandon Police Service is concerned for FLORESCO’s wellbeing and is asking anyone with any information regarding his whereabouts to contact the Brandon Police Service Missing Persons Unit at 204-729-2392.

For information, Contact Brandon Police Service:
Media Office- Janet Reichert @ (204) 729-2373
Missing Persons Coordinator - Cst. Adam Potter @ (204) 729-2392
Or Bear Clan.

29/11/2024

WANTED: Christian Nyabirungu
Christian is charged in relation to the murder of ALDANE MESQUITA

RCMP Major Crimes continue to seek the public's assistance in locating a male wanted on a Canada Wide Warrant in relation to a homicide investigation.

Christian Nyabirungu (35) of Edmonton, Alta. is wanted for first degree murder, kidnapping and aggravated assault.

Nyabirungu may have since changed his appearance but is described as:

6' 2" tall
240 lbs
Black hair
Brown eyes
Nyabirungu has ties to Edmonton, Alta.; North Battleford, Sask.; Toronto, Ont.; and has family in Montreal, Que.

He is considered to be armed and dangerous and should not be approached by the public.

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Christian Nyabirungu is asked to call the Strathcona County RCMP at 780-467-7741. If you wish to remain anonymous, please contact Crime Stoppers by phone at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), by internet at www.tipsubmit.com, or by SMS.

https://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/en/news/2021/rcmp-major-crimes-unit-request-publics-assistance-update-3

29/11/2024

Aldane Mesquita Part 2:

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 Dale’s ex-wife, Tamara, who shares an intimate portrait of Dale’s life, his dreams, and his struggles. Through her heartfelt reflections, we learn about the man behind the headlines and the devastating impact his death has had on those who loved him.
The investigation led to multiple arrests and charges. Several men, including Omar Abdirizak Omar, Clement Fofie, Roger Rurangwa, and Mohammed Jawara, were charged with first-degree murder, kidnapping, and aggravated assault. Tyson Richard Clark and Jean Leon Musoni later faced similar charges. Authorities also seek Christian Nyabirungu, describing him as "armed and dangerous" and issuing a Canada-wide warrant for his arrest. Christian Nyabirungu is still WANTED.

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/true-north-true-crime/id1516149477?i=1000677240522

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/46GFclJvgXqpvwmRSA5lKg?si=mqGSM7jZSF2r0XsADh07MQ

29/11/2024

We’re thrilled that True North True Crime has been credited with helping inspire a tipster to come forward in a decades-old teen cold case here in B.C. This is exactly why we started this podcast: to shine a light on these stories and give victims and their families the justice they deserve. Thank you to everyone who listens, shares, and supports our work—it truly makes a difference!