Major case updates: what happened next [2]

Major case updates: what happened next [2]

Author: Kristi Lee August 28, 2026 Duration: 1:14:43

[Part 2 of 2] We continue revisiting significant recent developments and updates from some of the biggest stories we’ve covered, with some of Kristi's behind-the-scenes reflections.


Cases covered in this episode with approximate timestamps:

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2:00 Hockey Canada Trial - high level recap of the case and our conclusions


20:00 Newly-reported text exchange involving McLeod


24:00 Where the players are now


29:00 Personal update from Kristi (Mental toll of the Hockey Canada trial)


38:00 Murder of Ronald Platt (Albert Johnson Walker update)


45:00 Jacob Hoggard update


47:00 Murders of Leslie Mahaffy and Kristen French (Paul Bernardo update)


58:00 Murder of Kimberly Proctor (Kruse Wellwood and Cameron Moffatt update)


1:01:00 Murders of Lyle and Marie McCann (Travis Vader update)


1:03:00 Murder of Yvonne Rouleau / Nozzles Gas Bar (Terry Kennedy parole update)


1:06:00 Kevin O’Leary update


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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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