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Island Crime

Each season of Island Crime delves into an unsolved murder or missing person case on Vancouver Island. Host/Producer Laura Palmer updates the cases when she finds new evidence or fresh perspectives. Original journalism, leaving no stone unturned.Season 8: "My Best Friend Bree" -the unsolved murder of Bree Gamble (Lozano)Season 7: "Evaporated" explores the disappearance of Victoria"s Ian Indridson.Season 6: ‘Sweethearts’ examines the unsolved cases of three teenage girls who were murdered in

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37:54

S8 E7 Darkness & Light

Island Crime ·

2025/12/12

The aftermath of Bree’s murder reveals more than just the tragedy of her death; it speaks volumes about the life she led. And may also reveal something about the circumstances surrounding her murder.Thank you to Bree's musical collaborators, Willem Weiss and Don Vaillancourt, for allowing me to use songs they created with Bree in the series.'Shake it for me, Baby' is the theme song for Season 8. You can hear the song in its entirety on Willem's SoundCloud account.Bree's vocals on 'Wash Me Away'

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48:28

S8 E6 Hot Shot

Island Crime ·

2025/12/05

On her final night alive, Bree was with her friend Sara. In this episode, you’ll hear Sara’s account of what happened the night of the murder and why I now believe I know how Bree died. Plus, an expert reveals her chilling take on what she calls “the perfect weapon.”'Shake it for me, Baby' is the theme song for Season 8. You can hear the song in its entirety on Willem's SoundCloud account.Bree's closest friends shared messages and texts she sent them in the years leading up to her death. The

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31:59

S8 E5 Soul Mate?

Island Crime ·

2025/11/28

This episode contains mature themes and content related to domestic abuse, which some listeners may find disturbing or triggering. Please take care while listening.Three weeks after Bree’s murder, police descended on the home she once shared with her boyfriend, Darren. TV news cameras rolled as Darren appeared outside in handcuffs, his knees pressed to the pavement. To friends, Bree had once described Darren as her soul mate. Their relationship had stretched over years; tumultuous, breaking apart,

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34:49

S8 E4 Chicas

Island Crime ·

2025/11/21

Bree's friendships were deep and profound. She sometimes called her girlfriends her 'Chicas'. In this episode, some of Bree's closest 'gal pals' reflect on the good times, even as they wrestle with the side of Bree she kept hidden from them and why.Thank you to Bree's musical collaborators, Willem Weiss and Don Vaillancourt, for allowing me to use songs they created with Bree in the series.'Shake it for me, Baby' is the theme song for Season 8. You can hear the song in its entirety on Willem's

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29:31

S8 E3 An Open Heart

Island Crime ·

2025/11/14

“After the pain of this disappointment, her heart once more stood empty, and the succession of identical days began again.”― Gustave Flaubert, Madame Bovary How does a restless, hard-partying city girl end up on Vancouver Island? And how does her fiery temperament shape her most profound relationships? Through the eyes of Bree’s former partner, we see a woman yearning for something deeper, an ache for connection that may ultimately hint at her tragic fate.'Shake it for me, Baby' is the theme song

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34:54

S8 E2 Rumbero

Island Crime ·

2025/11/07

Bree Gamble was known for her passion, fearlessness, and vibrant energy—a woman who seemed to live life in full colour until her tragic murder in 2021. The daughter of acclaimed Colombian filmmaker Jorge Lozano, Bree carried her Latin roots and artistic identity through everything she did. Central to her story is the rumbero spirit—a distinctly Colombian way of embracing joy and music even amid hardship. In this episode, I explore how that spirit shaped Bree — and how her early experiences and her

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39:16

S8 E1 Peacocks

Island Crime ·

2025/10/31

How does a woman described as exotic, vibrant, and passionate end up murdered—her body abandoned near an oceanside park? What secrets does the crime scene hold about who killed Bree Gamble, and why? This season of Island Crime opens at Beacon Hill Park, the crown jewel of Victoria’s parks—and home to dozens of peacocks. When I first visited the scene, they were everywhere: striking, untamed, impossible to ignore. In her too-short life, Bree Gamble seemed to share their restless beauty. Those who

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S8 Trailer My Best Friend Bree

Island Crime ·

2025/10/17

In the early hours of March 3rd, 2021, a woman named Bree Gamble (Lozano) is found unresponsive on the grass near Dallas Road in Victoria. Despite CPR attempts, she is pronounced dead. Police describe the scene as 'oddly clean,' but at first, no foul play is suspected. But then, less than a week later, her death is ruled a homicide. Bree is a mum, a singer and an artist. She is a waiter at high-end resorts and restaurants. She is striking, vibrant and unforgettable. Bree's murder remains unsolved,

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Update Summer of 2025

Island Crime ·

2025/08/08

Between seasons of Island Crime, I update earlier stories and begin research on the season ahead. I wanted to take a quick moment to let you know what's been going on behind the scenes since the last season of Island Crime. As you know, the show doesn’t just end with the last episode—it’s a continuous journey, and there’s always something going on... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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52:37

S2 E8 An Update to Kelly McLeod's Story

Island Crime ·

2025/06/27

An update to missing man Kelly McLeod's case. Kelly's mother, Lorraine and his Auntie Sandy share their memories of Kelly and their hope that someone will come forward with new information. The RCMP sit down with me for the first time and confirm Kelly's disappearance is being investigated as a homicide. Plus, a source provides information regarding what they believe happened to Kelly McLeod. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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S3 E14 The Brown Van Tip

Island Crime ·

2025/05/30

The Victoria police say the brown van tip was their best lead when Michael Dunahee was taken. But over the years, questions have been raised about the reliability of the child witness who first reports seeing the brown van. Tim Barron also witnessed a brown van that day. He told police what he saw and has been interviewed by them many times down the years. But this is the first time he has shared his story publicly. The brown van tip is complicated. Vehicle identification has come a long way since

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56:46

Lagim: A Filipino True Crime Podcast feature episode...

Island Crime ·

2025/05/02

This is an 'episode drop' of a podcast about Lisa Marie Young. The show is called 'LAGIM: A Filipino True Crime Podcast. ' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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52:09

S1 E18 No Body No Crime

Island Crime ·

2025/05/02

'The ultimate act of control. I killed you, but nobody knows where you are' -Tad Dibiase, Author of No Body Homicide Cases.No body, no crime. Right now, on Vancouver Island, I know of several missing person cases which I am reasonably certain are homicides. But in the absence of a body, I appreciate that it is challenging for police to lay charges. But it's not impossible.Thomas A. (Tad) Dibiase has been studying consulting and writing about no-body murder cases for close to 20 years. He got started

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51:33

S1 E 17 Resolute

Island Crime ·

2025/04/15

It's been almost five years since the Nanaimo RCMP first sat down with me to discuss Lisa Marie Young's disappearance. Now, there's a new lead on the case. In this episode, I get an update from outgoing lead Corporal Markus Muntener and introduce you to the new investigative lead on the case, RCMP Constable Hayley Pinfold.If you have information about Lisa's disappearance, it is never too late to do the next right thing. Call the RCMP at 250-754-2345.Please note. This episode begins with tape

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22:46

Talking True Crime with the CBC's Kathryn Marlow

Island Crime ·

2025/04/10

Curious to know how families feel about my involvement in their cases? Do police think I get in the way of their work? This is Vancouver Island from CBC Podcasts pulled back the curtain with me in an in-depth interview about how I approach these difficult and complex investigations. And if you’re like me, an islander, looking for stories about the news, but also the joys, frustrations, and quirks of living here, have a listen to This is Vancouver Island. Find the show on your podcast app, or here:

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53:33

S1 E16 The Devil in the Details

Island Crime ·

2025/04/04

In this episode, you'll hear two never-before-published interviews. One is with the late Dallas Hulley and the other is with Lisa's mother, the late Joanne Young. I learn about these recordings when I scratch an itch I've had for a while now. It's been reported that Lisa sent Dallas a text message with the words 'Come Get Me. They won't let me leave.' I've come to believe it's most likely that the text never happened.Apologies. These two phone recordings are of poor audio quality. But given that

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1:18:45

S3 E13 The FBI Profile

Island Crime ·

2025/03/07

34 years ago, police in Canada reached out to the FBI's famed behavioural analysis unit for help on Michael Dunahee's abduction. 9 Canadian detectives flew to Quantico on a B.C. government jet. The resulting profile helped inform the investigation. But it has never been fully released to the public. In this update to 'Missing Michael, newly acquired police notes on the profile are discussed by two high-profile FBI analysts. Jim Clemente and Kathy Canning-Mello host a podcast called 'Real Crime

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45:59

S7 E6 Fathom

Island Crime ·

2025/02/28

In the absence of any evidence as to whether Ian Indridson is alive or dead, those who love Ian Indridson are coming to their own conclusions about what path Ian may have taken and why.Thank you to Chek News for sharing the news archives footage you'll hear in this episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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38:42

S7 E5 Foul Bay

Island Crime ·

2025/02/21

Warning: This episode includes expert interviews and details which may be disturbing to anyone who has lost a loved one to drowning.If Ian Indridson went into the ocean, by accident or with intention, why was he never found? What does science tell us about the likelihood Ian would have disappeared without a trace if he went into the sea that January morning?Thank you to CHEK News for use of archival news tape featuring CHEK Reporter Mary Griffin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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45:12

S7 E4 Adrift

Island Crime ·

2025/02/14

Ian's a senior government public affairs officer, privy to the inner workings of the highest ranks. Could Ian Indridson's colleagues hold the clue to why Ian chose to walk away on that cool January morning? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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