Casefile True Crime Case 297: Bluebelle
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Sep 21, 2024 A tragic tale unfolds at sea when Captain Julian Harvey recounts the horrifying sinking of the Bluebelle, leading to the mysterious deaths of his wife and a family of five. Days later, 11-year-old survivor Terry Jo Duperrault emerges with a different story that triggers an intense investigation. As the dark past of Harvey is revealed, filled with turbulent relationships and past traumas, the shocking truths behind the tragedy come to light. This gripping narrative of survival and betrayal keeps listeners on edge.
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Bluebelle Disaster
- Captain Julian Harvey, sole survivor of the yacht Bluebelle, was found adrift with a dead child.
- He claimed a squall and fire sank the boat, killing the Duperrault family who'd chartered it.
Duperrault Family Vacation
- Optometrist Arthur Duperrault chartered the Bluebelle for a family vacation in the Bahamas.
- The family enjoyed various activities like snorkeling, spearfishing, and exploring islands.
Renee's Body
- The deceased child was later identified as 7-year-old Renée Duperrault.
- The crew of the Gulf Lion, an oil tanker, rescued Harvey and recovered Renée's body.