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Footprints: How did human feet get washed up on the west coast of Canada and the US?

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Dec 18, 2024
A chilling mystery unfolds as human feet wash ashore along the Pacific Northwest coast. Starting with a shocking discovery in 2007, over 20 disembodied feet have raised questions worldwide. Investigators explore forensic clues, connect the findings to modern shoe designs, and examine the role of ocean currents. Meanwhile, the community grapples with fear and intrigue, as families seek closure on the tragic stories behind each foot. Discoveries intertwine crime, science, and human loss in this eerie exploration of nature's dark side.
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ANECDOTE

First Discovery

  • In August 2007, Michelle Giris and George Bao discovered a shoe containing a human foot on Gabriola Island.
  • They reported the finding to 911, unsure of what to do.
INSIGHT

Multiple Discoveries

  • This was not the first such discovery; six days prior, another foot had been found on Jedediah Island.
  • Both were right feet from different men, sparking media attention and investigation.
ANECDOTE

Media Coverage

  • Chris Brown, a CBC journalist, covered the initial discoveries.
  • Public attention surged after the third foot washed ashore, raising questions about the unusual occurrences.
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