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In this powerful episode of Canadian Creepies, Valerie and Amanda take a deep, unflinching look at one of Canada’s most haunting true stories — the wrongful conviction of David Milgaard.

At just 17 years old, Milgaard was sentenced to life in prison for the murder of Gail Miller, a crime he did not commit. For 23 years, he fought to be heard while the real perpetrator, Larry Fisher, continued to prey on women across the Prairies. Through pressure, tunnel vision, and flawed testimony, an innocent teenager lost his youth, his freedom, and decades of his life.

We trace Milgaard’s journey from Winnipeg to Saskatoon, through the investigation that went wrong, the years behind bars, the relentless fight led by his mother Joyce, the turning point brought by DNA evidence, and the eventual conviction of Fisher. We also explore the cultural impact of The Tragically Hip’s “Wheat Kings,” a song that helped keep Milgaard’s story alive in the hearts of Canadians long after headlines faded.

This case is not just a tragedy — it’s a warning. A reminder of how easily justice can fracture, and how many lives can shatter when systems fail.

And in our Creep of the Week, we shine the spotlight on the real monster of this case: Larry Fisher, the violent predator who eluded authorities while an innocent boy suffered in his place.

Join us as we examine the facts, the legacy, and the lasting shadows of one of Canada’s most devastating miscarriages of justice.

Edited by Kyle McDonnell