Detective Perspective

By: Derrick Levasseur
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  • Join former police detective and private investigator, Derrick Levasseur as he covers a new unsolved case every week. He'll discuss the facts of the case, give you his perspective on the investigation, and leave you with contact information for the individuals or organizations connected to the case so that if you have any tips, you contact them directly and maybe help solve a case...
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  • 63: MISSING: Nikki Cheng Saelee-McCain

    63: MISSING: Nikki Cheng Saelee-McCain
    Oct 28 2024
    On the evening of May 17th, 2024, 39-year-old Nikki Cheng Saelee-McCain, a beloved mother, daughter and sister, texted her sister saying she was visiting her brother-in-law in a Redding, California, hospital. Just after midnight, she mentioned returning her mother-in-law's car to her house on the Redding Rancheria Reservation. That was the last time anyone heard from her.

    A week later, Nikki's truck was found abandoned in a remote area 40 minutes from her home. Despite extensive searches, Nikki remains missing. It's been more than five months since she disappeared, and investigators are still working to piece together what happened that night.

    Nikki Cheng Saelee-McCain was last heard from after midnight on May 18th, 2024. She texted her sister Chloe that she was returning her mother-in-law Jeanette's car to Jeanette's house on the Redding Rancheria.

    That was the last time anyone had contact with Nikki according to Nikki's family. A week later, on May 25th, her 2002 Chevy Avalanche was found abandoned in a remote area of Tehama County, about 40 minutes from her home. Nikki is Asian with brownish red hair and brown eyes. She has a forearm tattoo with flowers. Anyone with information about Nikki's case is asked to contact the Sheriff's Office Major Crimes Unit at (530) 245-6135.

    Editor: Shannon Keirce
    Research/Writing: Haley Gray and Anna Luria

    SUBMIT A CASE HERE: Cases@DetectivePerspectivePod.com

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  • 62: MURDER: David Cox

    62: MURDER: David Cox
    Oct 21 2024
    On the morning of January 5, 1994, 27-year-old David Cox, a former Marine whose story inspired the movie A Few Good Men, was at home, anxiously awaiting news about a potential full-time job. But when his girlfriend, Elaine, returned home that evening, David was nowhere to be found. His truck was parked outside, with the keys in the ignition and an uncashed paycheck sitting on the dashboard.

    Despite these strange circumstances, police initially believed David had run off. However, nearly three months later, his body was discovered along a Medfield, Massachusetts riverbank five miles from his apartment. He had been shot four times.

    Despite a thorough investigation, no motive or suspects have been identified, leaving David’s family desperate for answers. It’s been over 30 years since David’s murder, and investigators are still searching for the person responsible...

    On the morning of January 5, 1994, David Cox went missing from his apartment in Natick, Massachusetts. Almost three months later, on April 2, his body was discovered along the Charles River in Medfield, about five miles from his home. At the time of his death, David was wearing a Marine Corps camouflage jacket over a black hooded Marines sniper jacket, along with jeans and sneakers.

    If you have any information about David’s murder, please call the Massachusetts State Police detectives assigned to David’s case at 617-593-8840.

    Editor: Shannon Keirce
    Research/Writing: Haley Gray and Anna Luria

    SUBMIT A CASE HERE: Cases@DetectivePerspectivePod.com

    SOCIAL
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/detperspective/
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/detperspective

    FIND DERRICK HERE
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/DerrickL
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DerrickLevasseur
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DerrickVLevasseur

    CRIME WEEKLY AND COFFEE
    Criminal Coffee Company: https://www.CriminalCoffeeCo.com
    Crime Weekly: https://crimeweeklypodcast.com/shop

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    55 mins
  • 61: MISSING: Gabriel Johnson

    61: MISSING: Gabriel Johnson
    Oct 14 2024
    On December 20th, 2009, Logan McQueary was supposed to gain physical custody of his nearly eight month old son, Gabriel. But when Logan arrived to pick him up, both he and Gabriel's mother, Elizabeth Johnson, weren't home. For days, Logan tried contacting Elizabeth, but she didn't respond. Then, on December 27th, Logan received a text message from Elizabeth claiming she had murdered Gabriel.

    Investigators immediately launched a search for both Gabriel and Elizabeth, but when they located Elizabeth days later, Gabriel was nowhere to be found. Elizabeth eventually told police that she didn't kill her son, but instead participated in an underground adoption in San Antonio, Texas. Investigators looked into Elizabeth's claims, but they were never able to confirm her story. It's been almost 15 years since Gabriel disappeared, and investigators are still searching for him.

    Nearly eight month old Gabriel Johnson was last seen on December 26th, 2009 at the Home Gate Studios and Suites in San Antonio, Texas. In the last known photo of Gabriel, he was wearing a white flannel pajama set decorated with reindeer, Santas, and Christmas trees, and a white knitted cap with light blue and green markings.

    If you have any information in this case, you can call the San Antonio Police Department at (210) 207-7660.

    Editor: Shannon Keirce
    Research/Writing: Haley Gray and Anna Luria

    SUBMIT A CASE HERE: Cases@DetectivePerspectivePod.com

    SOCIAL
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/detperspective/
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/detperspective

    FIND DERRICK HERE
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/DerrickL
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DerrickLevasseur
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DerrickVLevasseur

    CRIME WEEKLY AND COFFEE
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Great!

Big fan of Stephanie and Derek, never disappoint. Absolutely loved it, and I know he will only continue to improve!

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Derrick is one of my favorites in every format!

Very knowledgeable and respectful; detailed. Derrick is one of my 3 favorites in any format, one of the other 2 being Stephanie Harlowe, who he does Crime Weekly with. Kendall Rae is right there too. I appreciate all of your thoughtful work, Derrick!

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Awesome Person, Awesome Podcast

I found Derrick through crime weekly. I will be a faithful follower of anything he or Stephanie does! I love how they make true crime with a purpose rather than just sensationalizing other people's tragedy. Your work is intended to help people whether to help solve cases or help others learn how to protect themselves. I am a huge fan and will continue to follow every episode.

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Big Fan!

Love listening to Derrick and Stephanie every week dive into crime and unsolved cases, So had to check out Derricks new podcast! Love hearing his ideas and take on things! Keep up the awesome work Derrick! I’m a big fan of all you do!

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Great podcast!

Love it, I can't wait to watch you develop this one as you have all your other endeavors. This is perfect for me to listen to on audible in between books. Sometimes I want something short in between books and this fits perfectly. Thank you and good luck!

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I like it.

For a true crime lover this is it. Good detective vibe. informative, stays on topic.

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fascinating

loved the way you narrated it!hope this is solved very soon, the family deserves answers

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excellent coverage

so detailed oriented. love the concept of cases that need the help. maybe a longer episode or 2? lol

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Great Podcast

Derrick getting your perspective on these cold cases, it's excellent as you worked cases and continue to do so as a private detective.

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Heck yes for Derrick having his own podcast!

Love, love, LOVE the show!
Came here right from Crime Weekly, and I was so excited to see the two full episodes available.
Thank you so much for sharing your insights on these cases.
Looking forward to see where this show goes and how you progress 🤩

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