Beverley Rowbotham's Family Speaks Out: 25 Years Later

Beverley Rowbotham's Family Speaks Out: 25 Years Later

Author: Kristi Lee | Canadian True Crime October 25, 2025 Duration: 51:50


In this special update episode we’re joined by Beverley’s sister Barb Kilpatrick and niece Melanie to mark a milestone in one of the most high-profile cases the province has seen, reflect on the impact, and share new details - including some sad family news and a public plea for information.


25 years ago today, the body of 42 year old mother of two Beverley Rowbotham was found in the family car at an abandoned gas station in Selkirk, Manitoba. Beverley’s political advisor husband, Mark Stobbe, was acquitted of her murder 12 years later.


The case has remained unsolved. Beverley’s remaining family members hope to finally get answers and justice for Beverley.


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Public plea to help locate a potential credible lead - “Paul and Ann from Calgary”

They are from Calgary, Alberta and drove to Rocky Mountain House in March of 2018 to deliver a handwritten note.

See an image of the Paul and Ann note,

Paul was very well spoken, Anne had a cane and walked with a bit of a limp. They indicated that they were scared, but needed to share their information in person.

If you have information to locate this this couple, please contact Canadian True Crime podcast or find us on Facebook or Instagram and we will connect you.

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More information:

Listen to episode Remembering Beverley Rowbotham: 23 Years (Released October 24, 2023)

Obituary for Beverley’s sister Betty Rowbotham who passed away October 18, 2025.

Clinging to hope: Twenty-five years after Beverley Rowbotham was slain, her family believes a mysterious letter could shed light on the case that gripped Manitoba by Chris Kitching for Winnipeg Free Press, October 24, 2025


Canadian True Crime donates monthly to help those facing injustice.

This month we have donated in Beverley Rowbotham's name to: The Alpha House Project - Winnipeg


Full list of resources, information sources, credits and music credits:

See the page for this episode at www.canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes


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Canadian True Crime is a podcast that explores the nation's most compelling criminal cases, hosted by Kristi Lee. This isn't just a recounting of facts; it's an immersive deep dive that moves from the snowy streets of small towns to the darker corners of major cities. With meticulous research and a trauma-informed perspective, Kristi goes beyond the sensational headlines. Each episode weaves together the intricate details of a case with the broader social and historical forces at play, aiming to unravel not only what happened but why it happened and the profound impact on those affected. Listeners will hear a thoughtful, detailed examination of true crime that respects the gravity of the subject matter while seeking a deeper understanding of the stories that have shaped communities across the country. The podcast provides a narrative journey that is both specific in its focus on Canadian cases and universal in its exploration of human nature and societal structures. By focusing on thorough research and contextual storytelling, Canadian True Crime offers a listening experience that is engaging, respectful, and consistently compelling for anyone interested in the complexities of real-life mysteries and the Canadian context from which they emerge.
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