Vanessa Brown reexamines a string of unsolved murders that haunted London, Ontario in the 1960s and 1970s, following homicide detective Dennis Alsop’s decades-long pursuit. The narrative pairs archival reporting with a forensic-minded investigation into long-buried evidence.

Working through Alsop’s files, Brown brings forward unpublished witness statements, case details and surprising connections. She considers whether modern DNA tools could finally identify the Forest City Killer, and contextualizes the police work and community impact across generations.

Clear-eyed and meticulous, the book blends investigative journalism with human portraits of victims, detectives and families seeking answers.

Highlights

• Detailed police files and witness testimony
• Forensic and DNA implications for cold cases
• Portraits of investigators and affected communities

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