In Episode 1, I talk with former police detective and sergeant Derrick Levasseur about a police-involved shooting that tested his resolve and set him on a new path.

We talk about the emotional aftermath, the stigma around mental health in law enforcement, and how resilience can emerge from our darkest moments.

Have a critical incident story of your own? Share it with us at [email protected]

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Crime Weekly - Join retired police detective and private investigator Derrick Levasseur and true crime Youtube creator Stephanie Harlowe as they discuss the crimes making headlines while also taking a deeper look into cases that have fascinated them both personally and professionally. They’ll give plenty of insight and safety tips along the way to help make sure that no listener becomes the subject of the next episode….

Detective Perspective - 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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I’m Kyle Ashley, a law enforcement veteran who’s seen first-hand how a single moment can change everything. On Critical Incidents Podcast, each episode we’ll learn how people found the grit to push through the darkness and emerge stronger than before. Hear the backstories, the turning points, and the lessons that still guide them today. Together, we’ll explore how these critical incidents shape who we become—and discover the unbreakable spirit that lies within us all.

If you want to share your own story, email us at [email protected].

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