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Suspicion

Toronto Star
Christopher Sheriffe
Toronto
Toronto Star
Justice System
Kim Golub
Confidential Informants
Murder
Mount Olive Drive
Homicide Investigation
Murder On Mount Olive
Gang Violence
Christopher Sheriff
Soccer
Marjorie Sheriffe
Jamestown Crips
Chris Sheriffe
Criminal Justice System
Canada
Daylight Shooting
Aquila Sheriffe

Suspicion is the Toronto Star's investigative true crime podcast. Season 5, "The Most Wanted Olympian" is coming in the fall of 2026. How did a small town Canadian boy allegedly become a narco kingpin? Ryan Wedding was once a promising young athlete, a snowboarder who reached the Olympics. Now captured after a decade on the run, he's accused of running a deadly international drug trafficking empir... more

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Latest Episodes

In less than five years, three people would end up dead in the same house. Toronto Star investigative reporter, Amy Dempsey Raven, spent more than a decade asking what really happened inside that house.

Suspicion is pleased to bring you episode one... more

The faint hope hearing in the Mount Olive murder case has concluded, but for Toronto Star chief investigative reporter Kevin Donovan, the outcome raises questions that go beyond one courtroom. In part two, we dig into the Crown's cross-examination, t... more

For years, the legal fate of Awet Asfaha and his co-accused Christopher Sheriffe seemed sealed — appeals exhausted, the book closed. But Toronto Star chief investigative reporter Kevin Donovan reveals something that happened in a Toronto courtroom re... more

Kevin Donovan's conversation with Canada's Dean of lawyers who advocates for the wrongfully convicted. James Lockyer talks about the new federal plan that could one day free Chris Sheriffe.

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Recent Guests

Bridget Harrison
Subject of the investigation, wife of Bill Harrison
Harrison family
Episode: Introducing What Happened to the Harrisons?
Julia De Laurentiis Johnston
Toronto Star producer
Toronto Star
Episode: Was justice served? Kevin Donovan on the Mount Olive verdict — and the case that isn't over yet
Awet Asfaha
Former shooter in the Mount Olive case, now making a confession
None specified
Episode: A major update in the Mount Olive case is forcing a closer look at everything we thought we knew
Keith Merith
Veteran police officer and author
Episode: Colour Blinded
Chris Sheriffe
Convicted of murder, advocating for his innocence from prison.
Episode: Gladiator School
Christopher Sheriffe
Man accused of a crime he says he didn’t commit
Episode: Video: Kevin Donovan talks with Chris Sheriffe behind bars
Ann Marie Schubert
Sacramento County District Attorney
Sacramento County
Episode: S3 40 Years Cold | E2 The Science
David Mittelman
CEO of Othram
Othram
Episode: S3 40 Years Cold | E2 The Science
Joseph George Sutherland
Suspect in the murders discussed
Episode: S3 40 Years Cold | E2 The Science

Host

Kevin Donovan
Chief Investigative Reporter known for his in-depth coverage of crime and justice issues.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 2.5k ratings
  • Overproduced…

    And boring

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Opera wiz
    Canada23 days ago
  • Murder on Mount Olive

    I gave this podcast a fair listen, but it felt like not all parties involved were properly represented, which made the discussion come across as incomplete and biased. A lot of opinion was presented as fact, and overall the delivery, structure, and research could have been much stronger.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    SallyH4
    Canada4 months ago
  • Well deserved 5 stars

    This has been the best podcast series I’ve heard in literal years. Started with ‘Murder on Mount Olive’ and had to go back to listen the previous seasons. Bonus points for the story taking place in Toronto! There are so many stories just like this that a lot of us would love to hear more about. Well done

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RiShay29
    Canada10 months ago
  • Typical ‘woke’

    Black Man Good everyone else Racist. It’s the typical woke podcast. ‘ a black guy has been convicted so obviously there is racism involved. The narrator pretends to be unbiased but, of course he is not, which is glaringly obvious. If you’ve heard one of these, you’ve heard them all. Not a creative bone nor an original thought. It’s just all slanted. Pathetic.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    FarrahFawcetto
    United Statesa year ago
  • Interesting podcast, but Kevin's tone is hard to stomach.

    Well researched and interesting, but Kevin's tone is incredibly arrogant. He comes across as very self righteous and self promoting.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    smommyp
    Canadaa year ago

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There are a few criticisms regarding potential biases in narration, indicating that while many enjoy the storytelling, there's a desire for balanced perspectives.
Some find the content compelling but express concern regarding certain portrayals of individuals involved, reflecting the challenges of discussing sensitive topics in true crime.
Listeners appreciate the investigative depth and storytelling of the host, acknowledging the importance of shedding light on complex legal cases.

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#108
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#44
Finland/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#86
India/True Crime

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A major update in the Mount Olive case is forcing a closer look at everything we thought we knew
Q: What is a faint hope hearing under Canadian law and who qualifies?
A faint hope hearing is a Canadian procedure allowing a life-sentenced inmate, after many years, to argue that they have rehabilitated and should be considered for early parole, starting around the 15th year; it does not reassess guilt but focuses on the possibility of release based on rehabilitation and behavior.
It could happen to you
Q: Do you get angry when looking back at these cases?
Lockyer expresses frustration over the lack of accountability and the presence of undisclosed evidence in wrongful conviction cases.
It could happen to you
Q: Would Chris Sheriffe have a chance?
Lockyer affirms that Sheriffe does have a chance under the new federal system for reviewing wrongful convictions.
It could happen to you
Q: Is there a common thread to the people found to be wrongfully convicted?
Lockyer identifies that the most common thread is that they are generally low-income, often from marginalized communities.
Colour Blinded
Q: Those bad officers, they need to be gone, like yesterday. But what about the good ones? How do they change the culture within a police force?
Keith emphasizes the importance of honest officers seeking allies within and outside the police force to effect change sustainably and effectively.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Suspicion

What is Suspicion about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focusing on investigative true crime, this podcast takes a deep dive into complex cases that raise troubling questions about the justice system and the individuals involved. It often highlights wrongful convictions and the systemic issues within law enforcement, particularly through the lens of cases such as the Shooting at Mount Olive and the Billionaire Murders. The host, a seasoned investigative reporter, engages with various stakeholders, including lawyers, police officers, and families affected by these crimes. Notably, it provides compelling first-person narratives from those who find themselves ensnared in the legal system, making it essential listening for anyone interested in the interplay between crime, justice, and community dyna... more

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Recent guests on Suspicion include:

1. Bridget Harrison
2. Julia De Laurentiis Johnston
3. Awet Asfaha
4. Keith Merith
5. Chris Sheriffe
6. Christopher Sheriffe
7. Ann Marie Schubert
8. David Mittelman

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