Hi there, today's episode is the first of a two-part series, and while it's my long-term goal to not make you have to wait long between multi-part episodes,

the reality of my situation during the pandemic has greatly restricted what I'm capable of.

It just is what it is.

So part two of this case will drop in two weeks on May 15th, a day earlier for supporters on Patreon and Supercast. I am so sorry for the wait, but I also

wanted to tell you that this case isn't like most multi-parters. It's actually two separate

stories with a diabolical shared connection, kind of similar to the

Dalin-Mallard saga. If you decide to listen to Part 1 now, there will be a recap at the beginning of part two to bring you back up to speed

before the story continues. Thank you so much for your patience and understanding

and just before I go an additional content warning.

While not the main focus, this story does include

some details about crimes committed against a child,

as well as treatment of animals that could be considered inhumane.

Please take care when listening.

Canadian True Crime is a completely independent production funded through advertising and direct

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The podcast contains course language, adult themes,

and content of a violent and disturbing nature.

Listener discretion is advised.

Mayorethorpe is a town in Central Alberta about 120 kilometers northwest of Edmonton.

With around 1500 residents it's one of those small rural towns where everyone knows everyone and

entanglements can be complicated. On the afternoon of March 2nd 2005 a

local bailiff was preparing to execute a warrant to seize a

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