Casefile True Crime

Casefile True Crime Podcast

Casefile True Crime is an Australian podcast that debuted in January 2016, focusing on the detailed examination of solved and cold criminal cases from around the world. The show is hosted by an anonymous Australian narrator, a deliberate choice intended to center the narrative on the victims and the facts of the investigation rather than the personality of the presenter.

Produced under the Casefile Presents banner, the series is characterized by a strictly scripted, procedural storytelling format. It distinguishes itself within the true crime genre by avoiding conversational banter or editorializing, instead relying on a chronological delivery of events. Episodes incorporate extensive research drawn from primary source materials, including police transcripts, witness statements, court records, and contemporaneous media reports. While the show initially gained attention for its coverage of significant Australian crimes—such as the Port Arthur massacre and the Snowtown murders—it has expanded its scope to include international cases from the United States, the United Kingdom, and Europe.

The production features atmospheric sound design and original musical scores by Mike Migas and Andrew Joslyn, which are designed to complement the somber tone of the subject matter. Complex investigations are often presented as multi-part series to allow for deep-dive explorations of forensic evidence and legal proceedings. Recent installments have covered high-profile subjects such as the Waco standoff and the legal history of the Folbigg children.

Beyond its main feed, the podcast offers a premium subscription that provides ad-free episodes, early access, and a companion series titled "Behind the Files." This supplemental show features the anonymous host and production staff discussing the research and creative processes behind specific cases. The podcast is distributed globally via major platforms and remains a cornerstone of the Casefile Presents network, which also develops independent investigative audio series.

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[Part 2 of 2] *** Content warnings: Sexual assault, rape, femicide, child sexual abuse *** For more than a decade, the investigation into the Gilgo Beach serial killings was stalled by corruption and apathy. But in 2022, a new task force would identify a clue that Suffolk County police had held in their possession since the very beginning of the investigation. A clue that would lead directly to the worst serial killer Long Island had ever seen… --- Narration – Anonymous Host Research & writing – Erin Munro Production & music – Mike Migas Audio editing – Anthony Telfer Sign up for Casefile Premium: Apple Premium Spotify Premium Patreon For all credits and sources, please visit https://casefilepodcast.com/case-354-the-gilgo-beach-serial-killings-part-2-2 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Case 354: The Gilgo Beach Serial Killings (Part 2/2)

[Part 2 of 2] *** Content warnings: Sexual assault, rape, femicide, child sexual abuse *** For more than a decade, the investigation into the Gilgo Beach serial killings was stalled by corruption and apathy. But in 2022, a new task force would identify a clue that Suffolk County police had held in their possession since the very beginning of the investigation. A clue that would lead directly to the worst serial killer Long Island had ever seen… --- Narration – Anonymous Host Research & writing – Erin Munro Production & music – Mike Migas Audio editing – Anthony Telfer Sign up for Casefile Premium: Apple Premium Spotify Premium Patreon For all credits and sources, please visit https://casefilepodcast.com/case-354-the-gilgo-beach-serial-killings-part-2-2 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

03 Oct 2026
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Case 354: The Gilgo Beach Serial Killings (Part 1/2)

[Part 1 of 2] *** Content warnings: Sexual assault, rape, femicide *** In the late 2000s, women started going missing after travelling to Long Island, New York. Initially, their disappearances were only noticed by their families, but when a fifth victim named Shannan Gilbert went missing on May 1 2010, the search for her would reveal a series of horrific crimes… --- Narration – Anonymous Host Research & writing – Erin Munro Production & music – Mike Migas Audio editing – Anthony Telfer Sign up for Casefile Premium: Apple Premium Spotify Premium Patreon For all credits and sources, please visit https://casefilepodcast.com/case-354-the-gilgo-beach-serial-killings-part-1-2 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

26 Sep 2026
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Case 353: Jaidyn Leskie

*** Content warnings: Crimes against children *** In July 1997, residents of Moe, Victoria were left reeling after their town was put on the map for all the wrong reasons. A 14-month-old boy named Jaidyn Leskie had gone missing under the most bizarre of circumstances, prompting a media circus. The boyfriend of Jaidyn’s mother, 28-year-old Greg Domaszewicz, immediately came under police suspicion as he had been looking after Jaidyn on the night he disappeared. But as the case progressed and more details emerged, not everyone was convinced. --- Narration – Anonymous Host Research & writing – Elsha McGill Production & music – Mike Migas Audio editing – Anthony Telfer Sign up for Casefile Premium: Apple Premium Spotify Premium Patreon For all credits and sources, please visit https://casefilepodcast.com/case-353-jaidyn-leskie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

19 Sep 2026
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Case 352: Gregory Smart

New Hampshire couple Pamela and Gregory Smart had only recently married when their lives took a shocking turn. Gregory was murdered in their home in what appeared to be a burglary gone wrong. As Pamela navigated life in the public eye as a newly grieving widow, an anonymous phone call to police unraveled a complex web of secrets that no one could predict. --- Narration – Anonymous Host Research & writing – Milly Raso Production & music – Mike Migas Audio editing – Anthony Telfer Sign up for Casefile Premium: Apple Premium Spotify Premium Patreon For all credits and sources, please visit https://casefilepodcast.com/case-352-gregory-smart Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12 Sep 2026
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Case 351: Neelma, Kunal & Sidhi Singh

*** Content warnings: Child victim, child sexual assault *** On April 22 2003, Queensland police arrived at a suburban home in Brisbane’s Bridgeman Downs to find a confronting scene. Three siblings, Neelma, Kunal and Sidhi Singh, had been killed while their parents were overseas, their bodies left in a spa bath with the taps running. Detectives quickly honed in on Neelma’s ex-boyfriend, Max Sica, but according to Max, the real suspect was much closer to home. --- Narration – Anonymous Host Research & writing – Elsha McGill Production & music – Mike Migas Audio editing – Anthony Telfer Sign up for Casefile Premium: Apple Premium Spotify Premium Patreon For all credits and sources, please visit https://casefilepodcast.com/case-351-neelma-kunal-sidhi-singh Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

05 Sep 2026