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The Disappearance of Des

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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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Episodes

Introducing The Sydney Siege

Ten years ago, on December 15, 2014 , a gunman stormed a Sydney café, taking 18 hostages in a harrowing ordeal that shook the nation. Over the next 17 hours, the siege ended with the terrorist being shot dead, the tragic loss of two innocent lives, and a scar left on Australia's heart. Louisa Hope and her mother entered the Lindt Café that morning, unknowingly walking into a nightmare that would leave them wheeled out on stretchers, forever changed. In this re-released series, explore the chilli...

Dec 10, 20246 min

Introducing - Poisoned

An Australian social media star with over 1 million followers known for sharing posts about her 1-year-old child’s illness has come under scrutiny. Her husband claims he had no knowledge of her actions, but allegations have surfaced that she was administering prescription medication to her child to make the child appear sick. The story has sent social media into a frenzy, with intense debates and speculation. Police are now investigating, and the woman has gone into hiding. I See omnystudio.com/...

Nov 21, 20242 min

Introducing - Menendez Vs. Monsters

Menendez vs. Monsters is where we break down the Netflix series on the Menendez brothers and compare it to the real-life case that gripped the world. Did the show stick to the facts, or did it take a few creative liberties? We’ll explore the true crime details, the courtroom drama, and the media storm, all with a fresh Aussie perspective. It’s a deep dive into fact vs. fiction. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 08, 20242 min

Introducing - Deep Fake

In January 2024, an unlikely worker was summoned to a video call with his boss. Over the next few days, that worker transferred $40 million of the company's money to someone, somewhere. Subscribe now to get episodes ad-free and early on Apple Podcasts. The first episode drops Monday, 16th September. ** AI voices have been used extensively in this podcast.** See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 03, 20244 min

Introducing - Who's to Blame?

"Who's to Blame" takes you into the heartbreaking story of Emma Lovell and her husband Lee. Emma was killed during a home invasion on Boxing Day in 2022. Lee tells us about the events leading up to that terrible night and explores the impact on their family and the community around them. The podcast goes beyond the headlines to tackle the bigger issue of youth crime. We sit down with the people who know it best -offenders, psychologists, program leaders, and police - to get real about what's dri...

Aug 09, 20247 min

Introducing My Sister The Murderer

Welcome to "My Sister the Murderer," a gripping true crime podcast that tells the chilling story of Brittney Dwyer, who killed her grandad in cold blood. This isn't just another crime story—it's a family's story, told by Brittney’s brother Ryan Each episode delves into the events leading up to the tragic day, the aftermath, and the profound impact on their family’s darkest moments and the secrets that get revealed as the story unfolds. This is a raw, real, and deeply personal account of a traged...

May 29, 20243 min

Missing or Murdered - 2024 Update

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 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 02, 20244 min

Introducing - The Chills

Got a story that could give us the Chills? email it to us at [email protected] , DM us on Instagram or Tik Tok @thechillspod "The Chills" is not your average ghost story podcast. It's a collection of real, raw, and riveting tales straight from your DMs. Every episode dives deep into the eerie, unexplained, and outright weird experiences that have you second-guessing that "it's just the wind.". Hosted with a vibe that's equal parts spooky and relatable, we're breaking down the barriers betwe...

Mar 27, 20242 min

Introducing - Catching Dad's Killer

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. In some parts of this podcast, we have used AI-generated voices to enhance the audio experience See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Dec 07, 20233 min

Introducing - Out Of The Ordinary

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 fel...

Aug 06, 20232 min

Introducing - Behind the Doors of Domestic Violence

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 ...

Jun 07, 20232 minEp. 1

Introducing -Our Little Edey

******CONTENT WARNING This podcast discusses suicide and suicidal ideation Listener discretion is advised Contacts for mental health and crisis support can be found here: https://findahelpline.com 15-year-old Eden Westbrook, lived in a small seaside town in Tasmania. One night, after a minor disagreement with her family, she left home. The next morning, she was found dead hanging from a tree on the main road into town. The family don’t believe she took her own life. This series delves into the f...

May 24, 20235 min

Introducing- Secrets of the Underworld

Behind every king stands a loyal soldier tasked with keeping order and making sure that the king stays on their throne. That person is NEIL CUMMINS former bodyguard & standover man for underworld identity John Ibrahim and Australia’s Most Wanted Fugitive in 2017. Secrets Of The Underworld’ A notorious Sydney hard man Neil worked his way up the ladder looking after some of Sydney’s most well-known nightclubs, before getting the reputation and the nickname’The Muscle’ on the streets of Kings C...

May 16, 20235 min

Introducing Stupid Crime - A New Short Podcast

Introducing Stupid Crime, the podcast that brings you the most outrageous and ridiculous crimes from around the world. From bungling burglars to hapless heisters, we explore the wacky, weird, and downright stupid crimes that make you wonder what people were thinking. Subscribe here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/stupid-crime/id1674974891 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Mar 12, 20231 min

Introducing -The Sting

Listen as undercover detective Colin McClaren infiltrates the Australian mafia for 37 months. Eventually bringing them down and stopping mafia from drug conspiracies, murders, and mayhem. Colin takes you inside the life of an undercover police officer whose sole purpose is to find the bomber of the National Crime Authority building in Adelaide, which killed police officer Geoffrey Bowen and changed Australia's innocence forever. McClaren takes us through the journey that eventually bought justic...

Dec 29, 20225 min

Introducing 12 Minute True Crime

If you love True Crime Podcast but don't have much time then you'll love 12 minute True Crime. Some of the worst True Crime stories in Australia delivered in 12 minutes each week. Get the first 4 epsiodes now on Apple Podcast Subscriptions, just search 12 Minute True Crime Help us to continue to make these podcast by supporting us here.: https://www.patreon.com/missingpersonaustralia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Aug 22, 20221 min

Introducing -The Glitch

The real life story of Aussie Dan Saunders who worked out his ATM card had a glitch which allowed him to withdraw $1.6M and blow it all in less than 4 months. Subscribe to our channel on Apple Podcast to get the first episode on Monday Feb 14th, ad free and early. Help us to continue to make these podcast by supporting us here.: https://www.patreon.com/missingpersonaustralia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Feb 07, 20223 min

Introducing – Who Killed Bob?

Why was mild-mannered, middle aged Sue Neill-Fraser convicted of murdering her partner Bob Chappell on their yacht in January 2009? It was a circumstantial case – no body, no witnesses, no weapon and no confession. Sue has always maintained her innocence and is now in her 13th year of a 23 year sentence in a Tasmanian prison. Psychologist and film producer Eve Ash jumped in at the deep end and has meticulously dissected this case for 12 years in a search for the truth. When Eve was joined by for...

Nov 21, 202113 min

Introducing The Sydney Siege

A new podcast launching October 5th 2021. December 15, 2014. A gunman took 18 hostages in the heart of Sydney. 17 hours later, the terrorist would be shot dead, 2 innocent hostages would be killed and a Australia’s iconic city would be stained forever. Louisa Hope and her mum walked into the cafe that morning and left just after 2am the next day, wheeled out on ambulance beds after being shot in the crossfire. This is Louisa story of the moment that changed Australia forever - The Sydney Siege S...

Sep 27, 20214 minSeason 1Ep. 17

I think he is buried under the road

We didn’t think we would be recording any more episodes after the Coroner’s inquest for Des Carr. That was until my brother and cousin talked to Pam and Jodie outside of the court and they told of their theory’s around Des’s disappearance. Help us to continue to make these podcast by supporting us here.: https://www.patreon.com/missingpersonaustralia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Aug 29, 202120 minSeason 1Ep. 15

The wait is over after 42 years and 2 days...

The case of missing person Des Carr has been ongoing for 42 years and 2 days. Finally on August 4th 2021, an inquest into his dissaperance and probably death happened in Perth, Western Australia. These are the results See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 22, 202117 minSeason 1Ep. 14

Finally ...

After 40 years of waiting a new update on the case of Des Carr who went missing from the side of the road in outback Western Australia in 1979. Help us to continue to make these podcast by supporting us here.: https://www.patreon.com/missingpersonaustralia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 16, 202112 minSeason 1Ep. 13

New Missing Person Podcast Out now - Dad's Gone

A new true crime podcast released today called Dad’s Gone. Jorn 'Jesper' Jensen disappeared in June 2017. He was last seen at his home on Sunday afternoon. The next day his garage door was open, his car was missing and there was blood across his kitchen floor. Dad's gone is the story of Jorn's disappearance, how it's torn a family apart and how one sister believes that something more sinister happened to her Dad. Help us to continue to make these podcast by supporting us here.: https://www.patre...

Jan 19, 20212 min

One year later...

It's been over a year since we updated you on the missing person case of Des Carr We finally an update on the Coroners inquest and the police movements on the case. Help us to continue to make these podcast by supporting us here.: https://www.patreon.com/missingpersonaustralia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 17, 202122 minSeason 1Ep. 12

The Coroner’s report

After 10 episodes of the podcast and 40 years of the family waiting for some answers, some long awaited news comes through. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Help us to continue to make these podcast by supporting us here.: https://www.patreon.com/missingpersonaustralia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Dec 08, 201914 minSeason 1Ep. 11

The police interview

A friend of Des' makes an official statement to police. Someone else also wants to help find answers for the family. We also introduce you to a new initiative that will shine a light on more of these missing persons stories. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Help us to continue to make these podcast by supporting us here.: https://www.patreon.com/missingpersonaustralia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Nov 05, 201923 minSeason 1Ep. 10

A slight deviation

In my hunt for answers about what happened to my Uncle Des we have turned up 2 new bits of information that police are now following up on. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Help us to continue to make these podcast by supporting us here.: https://www.patreon.com/missingpersonaustralia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Oct 22, 201914 minSeason 1Ep. 9

The mystery body

We have had many emails with theories about what happened to my Uncle Des. Some of them have been wild and would never make the podcast, some we followed up but went nowhere and then others we believe needed further exploring… this theory is one of them. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 15, 201914 minSeason 1Ep. 8
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