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Tracking a Killer: The Cold Case Files

CityNews/Frequency Podcast Network
Alberta Williams
Cold Cases
Highway Of Tears
Prince Rupert
Canada
Patrick Santos
William Pennell
Michael Nigris
Vancouver
Mistie Murray
Sharmini Anandavel
RCMP
Toronto Police
Crime Stoppers
Scarborough
Genetic Genealogy
Toronto
Oshawa
Durham Regional Police
Godrich, Ontario

CityNews reporters, Fil Martino and Madison Fitzpatrick hate the thought of cold cases gathering dust in police departments across the country. Together they’ve teamed up to take a closer look at the cases that refuse to crack, in an effort to track down Canada’s most violent perpetrators. Hear directly from the victims’ family, friends and detectives tasked with searching for answers.

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Recent Guests

Lindsay Lobb
Director of Operations Support Services with Canadian Centre for Child Protection
Canadian Centre for Child Protection
Episode: Mistie Murray
Catherine Nigris
Sister of the murder victim, advocating for justice
Episode: Michael Nigris
Jonathan Naumann
York Regional Police Detective
York Regional Police
Episode: William Pennell
Paul Pennell
Older brother of William Pennell
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Episode: William Pennell
Glenn Verkint
Former friend of William Pennell
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Episode: William Pennell

Hosts

Fil Martino
Co-host and news reporter specializing in crime reporting.
Madison Fitzpatrick
Co-host and news reporter focusing on investigative journalism.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 69 ratings
  • Very disappointed

    Very little discussion about the actual case! Sorry, I don’t like leaving a negative review but I could not get through the first episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    TinaOttawa
    Canadaa year ago
  • Nice to hear local cold cases.

    It’s great to hear about local cold case file. Would like to hear more details about the cases. Pod cast is very generic. More details to help solve case would be helpful. Asking some tough questions or digging a bit deeper. Maybe even shaking the tree a little. Call out the killers Ask them why they committed such a cowardly offence and how they can live with their actions. Certain someone knows something. Shake up their emotions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vereecke
    Canada2 years ago
  • Ummm

    I hope this officer isn’t interviewed anymore. If I hear Ummm one more time from him I’ll scream. Not a very well spoken man. Ummm

    Boring!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tarty42
    Canada3 years ago
  • Promotional technology

    Not a lot of meat. Did not like it Found it boring

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    CarinaDSchafer
    Canada3 years ago
  • Excellent

    Best show of its kind I’ve heard. Without sensationalization. I recognize many of the cases and always wanted to know what happened. Not really a fan generally of this kind of show but your BT spot made me look at it.

    Nice job ladies. Hard to listen to but necessary I think.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    palybaby
    Canada4 years ago

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Some feedback indicates a desire for more in-depth exploration of the cases to generate leads.
Listeners appreciate the focus on local cold cases and the emotional depth provided by family interviews.
Many highlight the necessity of addressing both past injustices and the impact on the victims' families.

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Apple Podcasts
#43
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#215
Sweden/True Crime

Talking Points

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William Pennell
Q: What went through your head after finding out, you know, in fact, that this was your brother?
It confirmed expectations of a violent end, but also brought closure to the mystery of his disappearance.
William Pennell
Q: Can you tell us a little bit about the conditions of the human remains? And if it was suspicious, did you have any inkling that he was possibly murdered?
The remains were highly decomposed and scattered, leading to strong suspicion of foul play.
William Pennell
Q: When he went missing or his family knew he was out or he had escaped, was there never a missing persons report?
Detectives looked into the case, but Pennell's family thought he was simply on the run from the law.
Patrick Santos
Q: Did Patrick Santos have any enemies?
Not that anybody could say for sure, but he did have some involvement in low-level fraudulent activity.

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A unique exploration of cold cases in Canada, this podcast seeks to shine a light on unresolved criminal investigations. Each episode features in-depth discussions surrounding specific cases, recounting personal stories from the victims' families and insights from investigators to invoke a sense of urgency in seeking justice. The hosts create an emotional narrative, prompting listener engagement and appeals for tips and assistance in resolving these long-standing mysteries. The content is characterized by both emotional depth and a commitment to factual storytelling, offering a compelling listen for true crime enthusiasts and those interested in justice.

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