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Summary:

In this episode we explore the heartbreaking and mysterious story of Jaidyn Leskie, a case that has haunted Australia for over two decades.

In June 1997, 14-month-old Jaidyn Leskie disappeared from his babysitter's home in the small town of Moe, Victoria. The months that followed saw an intense search and a flood of media coverage, as a community was gripped by the search for answers. Tragically, Jaidyn's body was discovered in January 1998, but the questions surrounding his death only multiplied.

Join us as we unravel the complex web of events, suspects, and theories in the Jaidyn Leskie case. We'll delve into the controversial investigation, the key players involved, and the lasting impact this case has had on the community and the nation. Get ready for a detailed and thoughtful examination of a case that remains one of Australia's most enduring mysteries.

Keywords:

Jayden Leskey, murder, Victoria, Moe, broken families, complex relationships, Blue Rock Dam, evidence, single mothers, power stations, disposal of body, relationships, timeline, injuries, babysitter, doubt, trial, criminal case, conviction, innocent, wrongful imprisonment, manipulation, abusive behaviour, tragic loss, child, mother, involvement, neighbour, pig's head incident.

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Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction and Personal Updates

00:22 - Overview of the Jaidyn Leskie Case

05:13 - Content Warning and Introduction to Jaidyn Leskie

06:08 - Background Information on the Town of Moe

08:40 - Health Issues and Developmental Delays in Moe

10:05 - The Complex Relationships in the Case

11:27 - Discussion about the Characters in the Case

13:37 - The Intricate Web of Relationships

15:40 - Brett Leskie's Involvement and Departure

17:52 - Greg's Creepy Fascination with Jaidyn

18:49 - Reports of Physical Abuse during Babysitting

20:15 - The Night of Jaidyn's Disappearance

29:38 - The Pig's Head Incident

35:31 - Greg's Actions and Belynda's Intoxication

41:35 - Charges and Circumstantial Evidence

46:11 - Inconclusive DNA Evidence

49:41 - Questioning the Timeline

57:19 - Manipulation and Doubt in the Trial

01:04:21 - The Impact on the Mother

01:10:44 - Hope for Justice: Future Legal Action