Des was just a normal country boy growing up in the 70s in Australia, but then a series of incidents leads to his family never seeing him again. 
 
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The Early Days

On the morning of August 2nd 1979, Desmond Francis Carr went to work alone on a road in outback Western Australia. 40 years on and he has never been seen again.
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A new episode in the case of a missing woman Katie O'Shea's is coming to this feed on Monday, April 8th, 2024. 
Catch up now with the first 5 episodes available now 
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Missing or Murdered - 2024 Update

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Introducing - Missing Pieces - The Search for Samantha Murphy

Robert Dickie went missing from his farm just outside of Dubbo, NSW, in 2016.
Bob's family always believed something bad happened to him, and then in April 2020, a woman was arrested for his murder.
Almost 4 years later, after an 8-week trial and revelations that shocked the family,the judge delivers his verdict.
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Introducing - Catching Dad's Killer

You may not know the name, Brandon Truaxe, but you most likely will know some of the brands he created – Brandon was behind the international skin care brand – The Ordinary which is part of the Deciem group of companies.
This is the true story of the rise and demise of a man that was once lauded business genius.
Across 15 months from 2017, he went from skincare savant to taking over his companies Instagram account, with daily disturbing messages, he fired staff via social media, accused his fellow shareholders of financial impropriety, was arrested outside the British Pm’s house, and was sanctioned in the Uk and then taken to court in a bitter court battle which saw him ousted from his own company.
Then sadly in 2019 he fell from his balcony in Toronto.
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Introducing - Out Of The Ordinary

One woman a week and one man a month, is currently killed at the hands of domestic and family violence perpetrators. 
'Behind the Doors of Domestic Violence; presented by the Queensland Police Service’ aims to raise community awareness, empower victim survivors and bystanders alike and ultimately change the behaviours of those who use abusive tactics within their relationships.
Hosted by Dean Cooper, from the Griffith University MATE Bystander program, this five-part series will tell the stories of victim survivors and bystanders, delve into the mindset of an offender, discuss police initiatives, identify characteristics of unhealthy and unsafe relationships and speak to the support services available for those seeking help, both victims and perpetrators.
Content warning:
This podcast contains descriptions of domestic and family violence that listeners may find confronting, challenging or triggering. Stop and take a break at any time and reach out for support if needed. Audience discretion is advised.
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic and family violence, you should report it to police:

In an emergency: call Triple Zero (000)
Non-urgent domestic violence: call Policelink 131 444

• If it’s not safe to call or attend a police station: you can report domestic violence online at https://www.police.qld.gov.au/policelink-reporting
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The Early Days

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