In Her Defence: 50th Street

By: The Globe and Mail
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  • Amber Tuccaro was 20 years old when she left her infant son with a friend at a motel on the outskirts of Edmonton, and got into a vehicle with an unknown man. She was never seen alive again. But Amber left an important clue: A chilling recording of what appear to be the final moments of her life, and the voice of the man who may be her killer. Days after police released that recording to the public, Amber’s remains were found in a field outside the city. She would be one of five women whose bodies were discovered in that area, and one of dozens more found in rural areas around Edmonton, the victims of a suspected serial killer – or killers. Following the success of the hit first season, In Her Defence: 50th Street takes listeners to Amber’s home in the Indigenous community of Fort Chipewyan, Alberta, retracing the final days of Amber’s life, and revealing suspects and information that have never before been made public. In Her Defence: 50th Street explores the flawed police investigation into Amber’s disappearance and death, and asks serious questions about her unsolved murder. Was Amber’s case compromised by what her family alleges was a racist and biased police investigation? And does it mean a serial killer is still out there?
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  • Introducing: In Her Defence

    Introducing: In Her Defence
    Sep 18 2023

    The first two episodes of In Her Defence will be released on October 10th. Follow now so you don’t miss a new episode.

    Theme song, “The Fighter,” by Jenn Grant.

    If you’re experiencing intimate partner violence, you can find resources and your nearest shelter at sheltersafe.ca.

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    3 mins
  • Episode 1: The Ticking Time Bomb

    Episode 1: The Ticking Time Bomb
    Oct 10 2023

    Wes Naslund gets a phone call from his brothers at the farm. Friends and family describe the domestic abuse they suspect was going on in the Naslund house. A fight at the bar leaves Miles seriously injured, and things at the farm reach a breaking point.

    Learn more about this podcast and domestic violence in Canada, or sign up for our newsletter at tgam.ca/inherdefence

    E-mail the reporter, Jana Pruden, at jpruden@globeandmail.com

    If you’re experiencing domestic violence and want to talk to someone, you can find resources and your nearest shelter at sheltersafe.ca

    New subscribers to The Globe and Mail get a deal at globeandmail.com/podcastdeal.

    Our theme song is The Fighter, by Jenn Grant.
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    34 mins
  • Episode 2: Helen in Hell

    Episode 2: Helen in Hell
    Oct 10 2023

    Helen Naslund speaks from prison for the first time. Helen describes how she met and married Miles, and the only time she tried to leave. Early one morning in September 2011, two gunshots crack through the house.

    Learn more about this podcast and domestic violence in Canada, or sign up for our newsletter at tgam.ca/inherdefence

    E-mail the reporter, Jana Pruden, at jpruden@globeandmail.com

    If you’re experiencing domestic violence and want to talk to someone, you can find resources and your nearest shelter at sheltersafe.ca

    New subscribers to The Globe and Mail get a deal at globeandmail.com/podcastdeal.

    Our theme song is The Fighter, by Jenn Grant.
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    42 mins

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amazing , heartbreaking

Helens story as heartbreaking as it was, the story was well delivered. loved listening. thank you and I wish Helen all the best and to enjoy being free 😊 x

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