The murders of Karlie Pearce-Stevenson and her daughter Khandalyce became one of Australia’s most disturbing interstate homicide investigations. In 2010, unidentified remains were discovered inside Belanglo State Forest. Five years later, a child’s remains were found hidden inside a suitcase beside a highway near Wynarka in South Australia. For years, nobody realised the victims were mother and daughter. But what made the case even more chilling was the deception that followed. Messages continued being sent from Karlie’s phone, financial activity remained active, and family members were convinced she was still alive somewhere in Australia. In this episode, we examine the timeline, the investigation, the discoveries at Belanglo and Wynarka, and the horrifying manipulation behind one of Australia’s most haunting murder cases. ☕ Become a member for: — Ad-free early access — Bonus episodes — “Deeper Into the Case” extended investigations — Exclusive case files and photos #AustralianTrueCrime #TrueCrimePodcast #Belanglo #KarliePearceStevenson #CoffeeAndCrimeAU

The disappearance and death of Jaidyn Leskie in 1997 remains one of Australia’s most haunting unsolved cases. The Jaidyn Leskie Coroner Inquest sought to uncover the truth behind the toddler’s tragic death and provide clarity on the circumstances surrounding it. This blog post explores the key findings from the inquest, shedding light on the evidence presented, the challenges faced by investigators, and the unanswered questions that continue to puzzle true crime enthusiasts.

This case is frustrating because police clearly put a huge amount of resources into finding Jaidyn Leskie. It wasn’t ignored. But looking back, there are a few places where the investigation may have made things harder when it came time to actually prove what happened.

Jaidyn Leskie: The Full Case File

A toddler vanished. A house was found in chaos. And years later, people still argue over what really happened. The Jaidyn Leskie episode is now live. In June 1997, 14-month-old Jaidyn Leskie vanished from a home in regional Victoria under highly unstable and chaotic circumstances. What followed was a months-long search, a disturbing discovery at Blue Rock Dam, and one of the most controversial murder trials in Australian history. While Greg Domaszewicz was ultimately acquitted of murder and manslaughter, the case did not end there. Years later, a coronial inquest re-examined the evidence and concluded Jaidyn’s death was a homicide, finding that Greg had contributed to his death and disposal of the body. In this deeper breakdown, we go beyond the public headlines and into: The full investigative timeline and inconsistencies The forensic limitations that shaped the trial outcome The legal reasoning behind the not guilty verdict The coronial findings and what they actually mean in law The gap between criminal law and coronial findings The unanswered questions still surrounding the case today This case sits in a rare legal space where two systems reached two different conclusions — and neither has ever fully closed the story. The episode is only the beginning. Inside Deeper Into The Case, you’ll get access to the files, timelines, and details that couldn’t fit into the main episode. 🔎 Full case timeline📂 Case files & investigative material📝 Creator notes and research breakdowns⚖️ Complete coronial inquest summary🕯 Hidden details, contradictions, and overlooked moments This is where the case gets unpacked properly. For those who want more than headlines. For those who want every detail. Enter the case files. 🎧 https://open.spotify.com/episode/4QcImo6DeDqmbrKtOZQ2Nr?si=092CgdXNRbWmrJymiOQwvg https://youtu.be/AIpMCYXQ9lQ #AustralianTrueCrime #JaidynLeskie #ColdCase #TrueCrimeAustralia #CrimePodcast

EARLY ACCESS

Five members of one family. Killed inside their own home in Sydney. A brutal attack so violent even seasoned detectives were shaken. One of the most chilling details? The weapon used was never found — despite years of investigation and one of Australia’s biggest murder trials. The Lin family murders shocked Australia not just because of what happened, but because the person eventually convicted was someone the family trusted. In this episode of Coffee and Crime AU, we break down the night of the murders, the evidence, the investigation, and the details that still haunt the case. Listen now if you’re ready for one of Australia’s most disturbing family murder cases.

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