Episode 67 - Unprotected Innocence; The Murder of Serena Vermeersch

About this episode

The episode discusses the murder of 17-year-old Serena Vermeersch and the implications of repeat violent offenders in Canada.

Listen as the hosts of Murder With My Mother discuss the heartbreaking murder of 17 year old Serena Vermeersch, a vibrant, creative teen whose life was stolen in an opportunistic attack by a known high risk offender. In this episode, Denika and Christie unpack the investigation, the disturbing history of the perpetrator, the public warnings issued before Serena’s murder, and the larger questions surrounding repeat violent offenders, supervision, and public safety in Canada. Most importantly, they remember who Serena was beyond the tragedy, a beloved daughter, sister, and friend who should still be here.

People in this episode

Hosts: Denika, Christie

Topics covered

• murder
• true crime
• investigation
• public safety
• violent offenders
• teen victim
• Canada

Keywords

• Serena Vermeersch
• murder
• true crime
• high risk offender
• public safety
• investigation
• Canada

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Canada

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