Freelance writer Louise Ellis vanished in 1995, sparking suspicions on her devoted partner Brett Morgan due to his criminal background. As the search unfolds, an aspiring private investigator, Marie Parent, joins the case, leading to shocking discoveries in the woods. Brett's dark history and the unraveling of Louise's disappearance keep listeners on the edge of their seats.
Louise Ellis faced escalating violence and financial exploitation in a tumultuous relationship with Brett Morgan.
Marie Perrant, an aspiring private investigator, played a crucial role in leading authorities to Louise Ellis' remains and securing Brett Morgan's conviction for first-degree murder.
Deep dives
Brett Morgan's Troubled Past and Relationship with Louise Ellis
Brett Morgan had a history of violence and deceit, including a conviction for killing a woman. He met Louise Ellis while serving time and moved in with her after his release, forming a turbulent relationship marked by financial manipulation and physical abuse. Louise, initially drawn to Brett's honesty, later faced escalating violence and financial exploitation. Their relationship soured as Louise sought to end it due to Brett's abusive behavior and financial deception.
Marie Perrant's Involvement in the Investigation
Marie Perrant, an aspiring private investigator, offered to help Brett Morgan in finding Louise Ellis after she went missing. Marie worked undercover for the police, pretending to assist Brett, who was suspected of murdering Louise. She ultimately led Brett to Louise's remains, providing critical evidence for his arrest and conviction.
Discovery of Louise Ellis' Remains and Brett Morgan's Arrest
Brett Morgan led Marie Perrant to Louise Ellis' remains in a wooded area near John Maison Webb's property. Marie alerted the police, and dental records confirmed the identity of the body as Louise's. Brett was subsequently arrested and charged with first-degree murder based on the discovery of the remains.
Trial and Conviction of Brett Morgan
Brett Morgan pleaded not guilty to the murder of Louise Ellis, claiming other suspects were ignored, but overwhelming evidence pointed to his guilt. After a six-month trial, where witnesses testified to Louise's financial troubles and Brett's abuse, the jury convicted Brett of first-degree murder. He received a 25-year prison sentence without parole, later dying in prison due to Hepatitis C.
When freelance writer Louise Ellis disappeared after leaving her Ottawa home on April 22 1995, the person leading the search for her was her devoted partner, Brett Morgan. But Brett’s criminal background made investigators suspicious and he found himself feeling more like a suspect than a victim.
When he was approached by an aspiring private investigator named Marie Parent, the case suddenly took a very different turn…