Particularly Cruel: The Murder of Baylee Wylie

Episode 345: In December 2015, the quiet city of Moncton, New Brunswick, was shaken to its core by a brutal crime that would leave an indelible mark on the community. Eighteen-year-old Baylee Wylie was found dead in a burned-out townhouse, the victim of a horrific murder that shocked residents and sparked a manhunt for those responsible. Three young people who Baylee thought were his friends were ultimately charged for their roles in Wylie's death: Marissa Shephard, 20 at the time, along with Devin Morningstar and Tyler Noel, both 18. The gruesome nature of the crime - Baylee had been tied to a chair, beaten, and stabbed approximately 200 times - sent shockwaves through Moncton. The murder and subsequent trials captivated the region, with media coverage detailing the drug-fueled night that ended in tragedy. The community grappled with the senseless loss of a young life and the disturbing actions of the perpetrators. In this episode, we'll explore the events leading up to that fateful night, the impact on Baylee's family and the wider Moncton community, and the following quest for justice. Join us as we examine one of the most notorious crimes in recent New Brunswick history. Sources: 2017 NBQB 7 (CanLII) | R v. Morningstar | CanLII 2017 NBCA 39 (CanLII) | Morningstar v. R. | CanLII 2019 NBCA 76 (CanLII) | Shephard v. R. | CanLII 2021 NBQB 218 (CanLII) | R v Shephard | CanLII 2021 NBQB 181 (CanLII) | HMQ v. Marissa June Shephard | CanLII Baylee Wylie Murder | News, Videos & Articles | GlobalNews In loving memory of Baylee Wylie Baylee Wylie - Search - Newspapers.com™ Obituary of Baylee Wylie | Fergusons Riverview Funeral Centre Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices