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Detective Perspective

by Derrick Levasseur & Square Mile Studios · English · True Crime

Join former police detective and private investigator, Derrick Levasseur as he covers a new unsolved case every week. He'll discuss the facts of the case, give you his perspective on the investigation, and leave you with contact information for the individuals or organizations connected to the case

New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 47 min
Latest: 12 Oct 2026
Language: English

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12 Oct 2026 · 1 hr 2 min

158: Several Suspects and 25 Years of Silence | The Murder of Jill-Lyn Euto

Editor: Shannon Keirce Research/Writing: Haley Gray SUBMIT A CASE HERE: [email protected] On Super Bowl Sunday, January 28, 2001, 18-year-old Jill-Lyn Euto was supposed to watch the game with her family in Syracuse, New York. But Jill never showed up. And when her mom and sister went to her apartment the next morning, they discovered Jill had been brutally murdered. Despite a thorough investigation, 25 years later, no one has ever been charged with Jill’s murder, and the person responsible has never been brought to justice. Anyone with information is asked to contact the…

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E157 · 5 Oct 2026 · 43 min
157: A Beverly Hills Heir, a Mysterious Stranger, and a 37-Year Mystery | The Disappearance of Adam Hecht
Beverly Hills isn’t the type of place where you expect someone to disappear without a trace. In fact, there are only two people on the city’s missing persons list. One of those people is Adam Hecht, the 23-year-old son of a successful Hollywood producer who grew up surrounded by movie stars, mansions, and privilege. But by 1989, Adam had become disillusioned with that lifestyle. He was spending time with Los Angeles’ homeless population, exploring mysticism, and had invited a homeless man to live in his apartment. Then, on June 7, Adam disappeared without a trace. 37 years later,…
E156 · 28 Sep 2026 · 49 min
156: The Be-Lo Murders | Lying in Wait After Closing
On June 6, 1993, an armed man robbed the Be-Lo Supermarket in Windsor, North Carolina, before forcing six employees to the back of the store. There, the employees were directed to bind each other before the gunman attacked them with a gun and a butcher knife. Three of the victims died, while three survived. Despite the survivors helping investigators create a composite sketch, more than 33 years later, no one has ever been arrested. The triple homicide remains unsolved, and investigators are still searching for the person, or people, responsible. If you have information about this case,…
E155 · 21 Sep 2026 · 56 min
155: The Blood Told a Story | The Disappearance of Cindy Guido
In April 2017, 60-year-old Cindy Guido disappeared from the apartment where she was staying in Gilbert, Arizona. According to her roommate, Cindy left with an unknown man and never came home. Months later, investigators searched the apartment and discovered Cindy’s blood throughout multiple rooms. The amount of blood led them to believe Cindy was murdered, but her body was nowhere to be found. Nearly 10 years later, Cindy remains missing, leaving investigators and her family with the same question: What happened to Cindy Guido? If you have any information in Cindy’s case, please call the…
E154 · 14 Sep 2026 · 43 min
154: The Secret Affair at the Center | The Disappearance of Patti Adkins
Just after 12:00 am on June 30, 2001, 29-year-old Patti Adkins clocked out from her job at the Honda factory in Marysville, Ohio. According to Patti, she was supposed to leave that night for a week-long vacation. It was a trip Patti was really looking forward to, but she never returned home. After her family reported her missing, an investigation began, with detectives uncovering a secret boyfriend and a $90,000 loan Patti had given him. But 25 years later, Patti remains missing, leaving everyone asking the same question…what happened to Patti Adkins? Anyone with information about Patti’s…
E153 · 7 Sep 2026 · 48 min
153: The Stranger in the White Truck | The Disappearance of Lenny Dirickson
On March 14, 1998, 39-year-old Lenny Dirickson was at his farm in the Cheyenne/Strong City, Oklahoma area, when an unidentified man arrived in a truck. The man said he wanted to look at one of Lenny’s stud horses, so Lenny left with him, telling his son that he would be back later that day. But Lenny never came home. More than 28 years later, his family is still searching for answers, and the question remains: What happened to Lenny Dirickson? If you have any information about Lenny’s case, please contact the OSBI via email at [email protected] . Editor: Shannon Keirce Research/Writing:…
E152 · 31 Aug 2026 · 47 min
152: A Missing Mother and Her Husband's Changing Story | The Disappearance of Margaret Haddican-McEnroe
On October 10, 2006, 29-year-old Margaret Haddican-McEnroe disappeared from her home in Warren Township, New Jersey. According to her husband, he returned home that afternoon to find Margaret gone and their five-month-old daughter alone in her crib. At first, police believed Margaret had left to cool down after an argument with Tim and would eventually return. But she never did. Nearly 20 years later, Margaret remains missing, leaving everyone asking the same question… what happened to Margaret Haddican-McEnroe? Anyone with information regarding Margaret’s disappearance is asked to call the…
E151 · 24 Aug 2026 · 41 min
151: Murder Before Midnight | The Broadway Lanes Triple Homicide
At approximately 11:45 pm on January 27, 2002, a woman arrived at AMF Broadway Lanes in Littleton, Colorado, to pick up her roommate, Erin Golla. She walked inside the bowling alley and instead found Erin and two men, Jim Springer and Bobby Zajac, dead. All three had been murdered. More than 24 years later, despite hundreds of tips, new technology, and evidence left behind at the scene, no one has ever been arrested for the murders of Erin, Jim, and Bobby. And everyone is left asking the same question: what really happened on January 27, 2002? If you have any information, you can call the…
E150 · 17 Aug 2026 · 42 min
150: The Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum Heist
In the early hours of March 18, 1990, two men dressed as police officers arrived at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in Boston, Massachusetts. After convincing the security guards to let them inside, the men restrained the guards and spent the next 81 minutes moving through the museum. By the time they left, the thieves had stolen 13 works of art worth $500 million. They disappeared without a trace, and more than 36 years later, none of the stolen artwork has been recovered, leaving investigators searching for answers in what remains the largest property crime in United States history.…
E149 · 10 Aug 2026 · 45 min
149: Barbara Bolick | The Woman Who Disappeared in Just 45 Seconds
On July 18, 2007, 55-year-old Barbara Bolick set out on a hike to her favorite overlook in Montana's Bitterroot National Forest with a family friend. It was a trail she knew by heart and had hiked countless times before. But during the hike, Barbara disappeared without a trace. According to the only witness, she was just 20 to 30 feet behind him when he turned away for less than a minute. When he looked back, she was gone. Despite extensive searches, investigators found no sign of Barbara, no evidence of what happened, and no clear answers. More than 19 years later, her disappearance remains…
E148 · 3 Aug 2026 · 44 min
148: Elisa Roberson | She Walked Out the Door... Then Vanished
On August 6, 1989, 13-year-old Elisa Roberson left her home in Aransas Pass, Texas, to meet a friend at a nearby elementary school. It was a walk she had made before and should have taken only a few minutes. But Elisa never arrived, prompting her family to report her missing that night. A wide-scale search began the following morning, and bloodhounds tracked Elisa's scent to a nearby intersection, where it abruptly ended, leading investigators to believe she had been abducted. But more than 37 years later, Elisa has never been found, and what happened to her remains a mystery. If you have…
E147 · 27 Jul 2026 · 45 min
147: Jaye Potter Mintz | "Mean Man Hurt Mommy"
On the afternoon of February 23, 1987, Lorene Potter stopped by her daughter Jaye Potter Mintz's home in Leland, North Carolina. Inside, she found Jaye's 2-year-old son crying and 23-year-old Jaye brutally murdered in bed. The crime scene was so horrific that local investigators immediately called in the State Bureau of Investigation. But despite decades of investigation and DNA left behind by the killer, no suspect has ever been identified, leaving whoever murdered Jaye free nearly 40 years later... Anyone with information is asked to call the Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office at (910)…
E146 · 21 Jul 2026 · 54 min
146: Captain Michael O’Mara | The Mysterious Death of a Decorated Officer
On the evening of May 30, 1988, 48-year-old Police Captain Michael O'Mara left home to run a few errands. He never made it home. That night, another officer found Mike dead in a grassy area outside the county courthouse. Within hours, investigators declared he had taken his own life. But Mike's family and friends refused to believe it. They feared he had been murdered, possibly by another officer or by the mafia. Despite those concerns, more than 38 years later, Mike's manner of death remains undetermined, and one question still remains: What really happened to Captain Michael O'Mara? If you…
E145 · 13 Jul 2026 · 46 min
145: MURDER: Patrice Endres
On the morning of April 15, 2004, 38-year-old Patrice Endres was working at her salon in Cumming, Georgia. Then, just before noon, she vanished. Investigators would eventually conclude she had been abducted during a 13-minute window. But despite years of searching, following leads, and investigating multiple suspects, they still don't know exactly what happened. More than 22 years later, everyone is left asking the same question: who would do this to Patrice Endres and why? If you have information about this case please contact the GBI tip line at 800-597-8477. Editor: Shannon Keirce…
E144 · 6 Jul 2026 · 45 min
144: MISSING: Zachary Bernhardt
On September 11, 2000, at approximately 4:47 am, 8-year-old Zachary Bernhardt was reported missing from his apartment in Clearwater, Florida. Within hours, hundreds of investigators and volunteers were searching for him. But they found no trace of Zach, and as the investigation unfolded, they began questioning whether they had ever been told the full story about what happened that night. More than 25 years later, Zach remains missing and everyone is left asking the same question: What really happened to Zach Bernhardt? If anyone has any information, please contact NCMEC at 1-800-843-5678 or…
E143 · 29 Jun 2026 · 48 min
143: MISSING: Amy Wroe Bechtel
On July 24, 1997, 24-year-old Amy Wroe Bechtel spent the day running errands in Lander, Wyoming, before heading out to scout a route for an upcoming 10k race she was organizing in the Wind River Mountains. But, she never returned home, prompting her husband to report her missing. An extensive search of the mountains failed to uncover a single trace of her, aside from her vehicle. And as the investigation unfolded, suspicion fell on Amy’s husband, while other investigators later focused on a suspected serial killer... If you have any information in Amy’s case, please call the Fremont County…
E142 · 22 Jun 2026 · 43 min
142: MISSING: Suzanne “Suzy” Lyall
On March 2, 1998, 19-year-old Suzanne “Suzy” Lyall finished her shift at a software store in Albany, New York, and boarded a bus back to her dorm at SUNY Albany. A friend later reported seeing her get off at her usual stop on campus. But Suzy never made it back to her room. The following day, her bank card was used at an ATM miles away from campus. Yet despite decades of investigation, no one has ever been charged, and Suzy has never been found. More than 28 years later, investigators believe she was the victim of homicide, but what happened to Suzanne Lyall remains unknown. If you have any…
E141 · 15 Jun 2026 · 50 min
141: MURDER: Wil Hendrick
On the night of January 9, 1999, 25-year-old Wil Hendrick left his home in Moscow, Idaho, to attend a party with friends. He had recently celebrated his birthday, was preparing to start his final semester of college, and was looking forward to auditioning for a play just two days later. But Wil never came home. More than 27 years later, his case remains unsolved, leaving everyone with the same question: what happened to Wil Hendrick? Anyone with information in this case is asked to contact the Latah County Sheriff’s Office at (208) 882-2216. Editor: Shannon Keirce Research/Writing: Haley…
E140 · 8 Jun 2026 · 53 min
140: MISSING: John and Shelly Markley
On the morning of December 15, 1995, 36-year-old John Markley and his 32-year-old wife, Shelly, went to the bank to cash a check. But by later that afternoon, the couple had seemingly disappeared without a trace. Their five children came home from school to an unlocked house and several things out of place. More than 30 years later, John and Shelly are still missing, and one question continues to linger: did someone make them disappear? Anyone with additional information or questions regarding this case should contact Trumbull County Sheriff's Office at (330) 675-2540. Editor: Shannon Keirce…
E139 · 1 Jun 2026 · 49 min
139: MURDER: Tina McQuaig
On March 15, 2000, 27-year-old Tina McQuaig went to work at a Jacksonville hospital like it was any other Wednesday. Before getting off work, she called home to say she was running a little late and planned to stop at the grocery store before heading home to her husband and four-year-old son. But Tina never made it home. More than 26 years later, Tina’s case remains unsolved, leaving everyone with the same question: what happened to Tina McQuaig? If you have information in Tina’s case, you can contact the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office at 904-630-0500. You can also send an email to…
E138 · 25 May 2026 · 44 min
138: MURDER: Alexandra Anaya
In the early morning hours of August 13, 2005, 13-year-old Alex Anaya vanished from her home in Hammond, Indiana, just outside of Chicago. For weeks, her family was left wondering where she was and whether she was okay. They searched for answers, hoping Alex would come home. Then, on September 7, they got the news no family ever wants to hear. Alex had been found. She had been the victim of a horrific crime that would leave her family and community in shock. Nearly 21 years later, her murder remains unsolved, leaving everyone with the same question: what kind of monster could do something…
E137 · 18 May 2026 · 52 min
137: MURDER: Tom Roche
On September 13, 1991, 36-year-old Tom Roche dropped his longtime girlfriend off at work in Burbank, California. He told her he was heading home to work on his motorcycle, and the two made plans to meet for lunch later that day. But Tom never showed up. Editor: Shannon Keirce Research/Writing: Haley Gray SUBMIT A CASE HERE: [email protected] SOCIAL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/detperspective/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/detperspective FIND DERRICK HERE Twitter: https://twitter.com/DerrickL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DerrickLevasseur Facebook:…
E136 · 11 May 2026 · 56 min
136: MISSING: Paula and Brandon Wade
On October 12, 2002, 25-year-old Paula Wade and her 3-year-old son, Brandon, were last seen in Valdosta, Georgia, just days before they were supposed to move to Florida for a fresh start. Paula had been packing up their apartment and was looking forward to being closer to family, but they never made that move. When Paula missed a scheduled call with her parents on the 13th and failed to show up for work on the 14th, they were reported missing. Their apartment was searched, and all of their belongings were found inside. More than 20 years later, Paula and Brandon have never been found. Their…
E135 · 4 May 2026 · 43 min
135: MURDER: Dr. Geetha Angara
On February 8, 2005, 43-year-old Dr. Geetha Angara went to work at a water treatment facility in Totowa, New Jersey, where she worked as a senior chemist. She was last seen heading to the plant’s basement to complete a routine task. But Geetha was never seen again, and hours after her shift ended, her car was still in the employee lot and her coat was at her desk. No one could explain where she had gone. After an extensive search, her body was eventually found inside one of the facility’s massive water tanks. Investigators determined she had been assaulted and then drowned. More than 20…
E134 · 27 Apr 2026 · 41 min
134: MISSING: April Pitzer
On June 27, 2004, 30 year old April Pitzer was last seen in Newberry Springs, California, after telling loved ones she was preparing to come back home to Arkansas. She had been terrified for her life and was desperate to return, but she never made it back. In the months that followed, investigators received a series of strange and unsettling tips, including one involving a message written on a truck stop bathroom wall hundreds of miles away that appeared to reference her disappearance. Investigators eventually determined April was likely murdered. But more than 20 years later, no one has…
E133 · 20 Apr 2026 · 39 min
133: MURDER: The Fisher Family
On April 10, 2001, an explosion tore through a Scottsdale, Arizona home, sending flames into the air and shaking the surrounding neighborhood. Inside, investigators discovered a devastating scene. 38-year-old Mary Fisher and her two children, Brittney and Bobby, had been killed in their own beds, and the evidence showed they were murdered before the fire ever began. The scene had been carefully staged, with accelerants, a disconnected gas line, and ignition devices used in an attempt to destroy everything inside. But one person was missing - Mary’s husband, and the children’s father, Robert…
E132 · 13 Apr 2026 · 49 min
132: MURDER: Oakey "Al" Kite Jr.
On May 24, 2004, co-workers of 53 year old Oakey Albert Kite Jr., who went by Al, drove to his house to check on him after he failed to show up to work - something he had never done before. Inside his Aurora, Colorado townhome, officers discovered a horrific scene. Al had been bound, tortured for hours, and killed in his own basement. The killer cleaned up, removed key evidence, and disappeared - leaving behind only a small amount of DNA and a trail that pointed to a man who wasn’t who he claimed to be. More than 20 years later, Al’s murder remains unsolved, and detectives are still working…
E131 · 6 Apr 2026 · 46 min
131: MISSING: Lori Bova
On the evening of June 7, 1997, 26-year-old Lori Bova had dinner with her husband and sister at the Red Lobster in Lakewood, New York. Around 12 hours later, her husband reported her missing, claiming she left their apartment in the middle of the night to go for a walk and smoke a cigarette. She was never seen or heard from again. Nearly 30 years later, Lori’s disappearance remains unsolved, and her family is still searching for answers. Anyone with information regarding Lori’s disappearance is asked to call the Lakewood Police at (716) 763-9563. Editor: Shannon Keirce Research/Writing:…
E130 · 30 Mar 2026 · 51 min
130: MURDER: Heidi Childs and David Metzler
On the morning of August 27, 2009, a man walking his dog made a devastating discovery at Caldwell Fields, a campground in the Jefferson National Forest near Blacksburg, Virginia. In a parking area, two Virginia Tech students - 18-year-old Heidi Childs and 19-year-old David Metzler - had been shot and killed. Just 12 hours earlier, the couple had gone to the campground to talk and spend time together. They were expected to return home that night, but they never did. More than 15 years later, the murders of Heidi and David remain unsolved, and detectives are still searching for the person or…
E129 · 23 Mar 2026 · 55 min
129: MISSING: HaLeigh Cummings
In the early morning hours of February 10, 2009, Ron Cummings returned to his home in Satsuma, Florida after work and learned that his five-year-old daughter, HaLeigh, was missing. The side door was propped open with a dirty cinder block he had never seen before, and the babysitter told him she had no idea what happened. A massive search for HaLeigh began, but there was no sign of her anywhere. More than 17 years later, her disappearance remains unsolved, and detectives are still searching for answers about what happened that night. At the time of her disappearance, HaLeigh was five years…

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Detective Perspective is a English true crime podcast from Derrick Levasseur & Square Mile Studios. Melo plays each episode straight from the publisher's own feed — no ads added, no account needed — and remembers where you stopped, in this browser only.

Publisher: Derrick Levasseur & Square Mile Studios
Language: English
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New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 47 min
Latest episode: 12 Oct 2026
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