Detective Perspective

Derrick Levasseur
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Detective Perspective Podcast

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 so that if you have any tips, you contact them directly and maybe help solve a case...

  1. MURDER: Cheryl Coker

    6 DAYS AGO

    MURDER: Cheryl Coker

    On the morning of October 2, 2018, Cheryl Coker, a devoted mother of two from Riverside, Ohio, dropped her daughter off at school. Later that day, her car was left in a Kroger parking lot. Surveillance footage captured a mysterious figure, dressed entirely in black, exiting the vehicle and walking away. Despite an exhaustive investigation and numerous leads, it took over a year and a half before Cheryl's skeletal remains were discovered in a wooded area, just 15 minutes from her home. Although a cause and manner of death could not be determined, authorities believe she was murdered. It’s been almost six years since Cheryl went missing, and investigators are still searching for answers… On the morning of October 2, 2018, Cheryl Coker was last seen dropping her daughter off at school in Riverside, Ohio. Later that day, at 10:52 a.m., her car was left in the parking lot of a Kroger near her home. A man dressed in black was seen exiting the vehicle and walking back toward the Coker home. On April 25, 2020, Cheryl's remains were discovered in a wooded area in Greene County, approximately 15 minutes from her home. Authorities believe she was murdered. Anyone with information in Cheryl’s case should contact the Riverside Police Department at (937) 233-1801. Editor: Shannon Keirce Research/Writing: Haley Gray and Anna Luria SUBMIT A CASE HERE: Cases@DetectivePerspectivePod.com 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: https://www.facebook.com/DerrickVLevasseur CRIME WEEKLY AND COFFEE Criminal Coffee Company: https://www.CriminalCoffeeCo.com Crime Weekly:  https://crimeweeklypodcast.com/shop ADS: 1. TryMiracle.com/Detective - Use code DETECTIVE for 3 FREE towels and an extra 20% off!

    46 min
  2. MURDER: Hannah Truelove

    SEP 2

    MURDER: Hannah Truelove

    On the afternoon of August 23, 2012, 16-year-old Hannah Truelove, a beloved daughter and friend, returned home from school to her apartment in Gainesville, Georgia. She was last seen hanging out with friends at the picnic table area of her apartment complex that evening. But then, after around 7:30 pm, she just vanished. The next day, Hannah’s body was discovered in a wooded area behind the apartments and it was clear that this was no accident. Hannah Truelove had been murdered.  It’s been just over 12 years since Hannah was killed, and investigators are still searching for the person responsible… On the evening of August 23, 2012, 16-year-old Hannah Truelove disappeared from the Lake Lanier Club Apartments in Gainesville, Georgia, after spending time with friends at a picnic table. The next day, her body was discovered in a wooded area behind the apartment complex. She had been stabbed multiple times. If you have any information about Hannah’s murder, please call the Hall County tip line at 770-503-3232, or the GBI tip line at 800-597-8477. Editor: Shannon Keirce Research/Writing: Haley Gray and Anna Luria SUBMIT A CASE HERE: Cases@DetectivePerspectivePod.com 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: https://www.facebook.com/DerrickVLevasseur CRIME WEEKLY AND COFFEE Criminal Coffee Company: https://www.CriminalCoffeeCo.com Crime Weekly:  https://crimeweeklypodcast.com/shop ADS: 1. FactorMeals.com/Detective50 - Use code DETECTIVE50 for 50% off! 2. JoinDeleteMe.com -  Text DETECTIVE to 64000 for 20% off!

    42 min
  3. MURDER: Jack Wheeler

    AUG 26

    MURDER: Jack Wheeler

    On December 28, 2010, 66-year-old Jack Wheeler, a veteran and highly respected Washington D.C. consultant, abruptly left Manhattan, telling his wife he had urgent business in D.C. But instead of heading to D.C., Jack ended up in Wilmington, Delaware. For days, he was seen wandering the streets, disheveled and confused. Then, on the morning of December 31st, Jack’s body was found in a landfill. He had been the victim of a brutal murder, his body discarded in a dumpster and transported to the landfill by a trash truck. Jack's murder shocked everyone who knew him, but despite extensive investigations, the circumstances surrounding his death remain shrouded in mystery. It’s been over 13 years since Jack was murdered, and investigators are still searching for the person or people responsible... Jack Wheeler was last seen on surveillance footage at 8:42 pm on December 30, 2010, walking away from the Nemours Building in Wilmington, Delaware. He headed southeast, toward the East Side of the city. At some point after that, Jack was murdered and his body was discarded in a commercial dumpster 16 miles away in Newark, Delaware. Anyone with information is asked to contact Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or go to delawarecrimestoppers.com. Editor: Shannon Keirce Research/Writing: Haley Gray and Anna Luria SUBMIT A CASE HERE: Cases@DetectivePerspectivePod.com 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: https://www.facebook.com/DerrickVLevasseur CRIME WEEKLY AND COFFEE Criminal Coffee Company: https://www.CriminalCoffeeCo.com Crime Weekly:  https://crimeweeklypodcast.com/shop ADS: 11:25-13:20   TryMiracle.com/Detective - Use code DETECTIVE for 3 FREE towels and an extra 20% off! 28:05-29:50    If you love true crime and well-researched, amazing storytelling, check out Big Mad True Crime wherever you listen to podcasts!

    48 min
  4. MURDER: Heaven LaShae Ross

    AUG 19

    MURDER: Heaven LaShae Ross

    On the morning of August 19, 2003, 11-year-old Heaven LaShae Ross, known as "Shae," left her home in Northport, Alabama, to catch the bus for school, but she never made it. Despite extensive searches and national media attention, there was no sign of Shae for over three years. Then, in December 2006, her remains were discovered beneath an abandoned house just eight miles from her home. She had been murdered. It’s been 21 years since Shae was abducted and murdered and investigators are still searching for the person responsible… On the morning of August 19, 2003, Heaven LaShae Ross, known as “Shae,” disappeared from the Willowbrook Trailer Park in Northport, Alabama, while on her way to the bus stop. Over three years later, her remains were found beneath an abandoned house off 44th Court in Holt, about eight miles from her home. If you have information in Shae’s case, please call the Tuscaloosa CrimeStoppers at 205-752-7867. There is a reward available. Editor: Shannon Keirce Research/Writing: Haley Gray and Anna Luria SUBMIT A CASE HERE: Cases@DetectivePerspectivePod.com 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: https://www.facebook.com/DerrickVLevasseur CRIME WEEKLY AND COFFEE Criminal Coffee Company: https://www.CriminalCoffeeCo.com Crime Weekly:  https://crimeweeklypodcast.com/shop ADS: 1. TryFum.com/Detective - Use code DETECTIVE for a FREE gift! 2. HelloFresh.com/DetectiveKids - Sign up and Kids eat FREE!

    52 min
  5. MURDER: Nick Kunselman & Stephanie Hart-Grizzell

    AUG 12

    MURDER: Nick Kunselman & Stephanie Hart-Grizzell

    On the night of February 13, 2000, 15-year-old Nick Kunselman was working the closing shift at a Subway sandwich shop in Littleton, Colorado. At around 10:00 pm, his 16-year-old girlfriend, Stephanie Hart-Grizzell, showed up to hang out as Nick closed down the store. At around 12:45 am on what was now February 14, another Subway employee drove by and noticed the store lights were still on. She decided to stop, and when she went inside, she found Nick and Stephanie behind the counter, both dead from gunshot wounds. The young couple’s murders shook the community, especially since both teenagers had survived the Columbine High School massacre just 10 months prior.  Despite a thorough investigation, no motive or suspects have been identified, leaving two families desperate for answers. It’s been just over 24 years since Nick and Stephanie were murdered, and investigators are still searching for the person or people responsible… At some point between 10:00 pm on February 13, 2000 and 12:45 am on February 14, Nick Kunselman and Stephanie Hart-Grizzell were shot inside the Subway located at 6768 W. Coal Mine Avenue in Littleton, Colorado.  A white man between the ages of 16 and 18 years old, with blonde hair, around 5’8”, and weighing 150-170 pounds was seen leaving the Subway just before Stephanie and Nick’s bodies were found. If you have information about the murders of Stephanie and Nick, please contact the Metro Denver Crime Stoppers at 720-913-7867. There is a reward available. Editor: Shannon Keirce Research/Writing: Haley Gray and Anna Luria SUBMIT A CASE HERE: Cases@DetectivePerspectivePod.com 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: https://www.facebook.com/DerrickVLevasseur CRIME WEEKLY AND COFFEE Criminal Coffee Company: https://www.CriminalCoffeeCo.com Crime Weekly:  https://crimeweeklypodcast.com/shop ADS: 1. TryMiracle.com/Detective - Use code DETECTIVE for 3 FREE towels and to save over 40%! 2. ZocDoc.com/Detective - Download the ZocDoc app for FREE today!

    47 min
  6. MURDER: Jodie Bordeaux

    AUG 5

    MURDER: Jodie Bordeaux

    On the night of November 20, 1997, 28-year-old Jodie Bordeaux was at home in Powhattan, Kansas, with her husband Shawn. Just before 12:45 am, on what was now the 21st, a car pulled up and started shooting into the house. Jodie, who was six and a half months pregnant, ran to her bedroom for cover but was shot once, killing her instantly. Tragically, Jodie’s unborn baby, Jordan Shay, also passed away, leaving Shawn without a wife and child. A thorough investigation ensued and authorities identified a handful of suspects and a motive; however, no arrests have been made. It’s been more than 26 years since Jodie was murdered, and investigators are still searching for the person or people responsible... At around 12:40 am on November 21, 1997, Jodie Bordeaux was shot and killed in her home, located just north of Hazelnut Road and 175th Road in Powhattan, Kansas. The person or people responsible used a high-powered, semi-automatic rifle.  Anyone with information in Jodie’s case is asked to call the Brown County Sheriff's Department at 785-742-7125 or Kansas Bureau of Investigation at 1-800-572-7463.  Editor: Shannon Keirce Research/Writing: Haley Gray and Anna Luria SUBMIT A CASE HERE: Cases@DetectivePerspectivePod.com 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: https://www.facebook.com/DerrickVLevasseur CRIME WEEKLY AND COFFEE Criminal Coffee Company: https://www.CriminalCoffeeCo.com Crime Weekly:  https://crimeweeklypodcast.com/shop ADS: 1. Babbel.com/Detective - Get 60% off your Babbel subscription today! 2. FactorMeals.com/Detective50 - Use code DETECTIVE50 for 50% off!

    53 min
  7. MURDER: Molly Bish

    JUL 29

    MURDER: Molly Bish

    On the morning of June 27, 2000, 16-year-old Molly Bish arrived at her job as a lifeguard at Comins Pond in Warren, Massachusetts. Within minutes, she went missing. Initially, the police treated her disappearance as innocent, but as time passed, they realized she had likely been abducted. Despite a thorough investigation, there was no sign of Molly or her abductor. Three years later, Molly’s remains were found in a wooded area five miles from Comins Pond. She had been murdered.  It’s been just over 24 years since Molly was abducted and murdered, and investigators are still searching for the person responsible... On the morning of June 27, 2000, Molly Bish disappeared from Comins Pond in Warren, Massachusetts, where she was working as a lifeguard. Three years later, her remains were found in the woods of Palmer, about five miles from the pond.  The police would like to know more about Francis P. Sumner Sr., who also went by Frank. If you have any information about him, or Molly Bish’s murder, please call the Worcester District Attorney's anonymous tip line at 508-453-7575 or email worcesterDAunresolved@mass.gov.  Editor: Shannon Keirce Research/Writing: Haley Gray and Anna Luria SUBMIT A CASE HERE: Cases@DetectivePerspectivePod.com 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: https://www.facebook.com/DerrickVLevasseur CRIME WEEKLY AND COFFEE Criminal Coffee Company: https://www.CriminalCoffeeCo.com Crime Weekly:  https://crimeweeklypodcast.com/shop ADS: 1. TryMiracle.com/Detective - Use code DETECTIVE for 3 FREE towels and 20% off!

    57 min
  8. MISSING: Peggy McGuire

    JUL 15

    MISSING: Peggy McGuire

    On the morning of November 16, 2015, Peggy McGuire, a 28-year-old beloved mother and daughter, finished a double shift at work, dropped her son off at school, and then returned to her home in Eufaula, Oklahoma. At around 10:00 am, she spoke with her boyfriend on the phone, and said she was at home making beef jerky. After this call, no one heard from Peggy again.  The next day, her truck was found abandoned at a bar, and Peggy was nowhere to be found. Despite extensive searches and investigations, Peggy remains missing, and her family is desperate for answers. It's been more than eight years since Peggy disappeared, and investigators are still searching for her… Peggy McGuire was last heard from at around 10:00 am on November 16, 2015. At that time, she said she was at her home in Eufaula, Oklahoma. Her truck was later found parked at T & J’s Ice House, located along Highway 9, around 10 miles from her house.  Peggy is white and Native American. She stands at five feet, ten inches tall, and weighs between 150 and 160 pounds. She has shoulder length curly blonde hair and blue eyes. If you have any information in this case, please contact the OSBI at 580-298-5525. There is a $150,000 reward available.  To stay up to date with Peggy’s case, you can join the Facebook group “Bring Peggy Home”. Editor: Shannon Keirce Research/Writing: Haley Gray and Anna Luria SUBMIT A CASE HERE: Cases@DetectivePerspectivePod.com 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: https://www.facebook.com/DerrickVLevasseur CRIME WEEKLY AND COFFEE Criminal Coffee Company: https://www.CriminalCoffeeCo.com Crime Weekly:  https://crimeweeklypodcast.com/shop ADS: 1. TryMiracle.com/Detective - Use code DETECTIVE for 3 FREE towels and to save over 40%! 2. TryFum.Com/Detective - Get a FREE gift with your order!

    32 min
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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 so that if you have any tips, you contact them directly and maybe help solve a case...

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