It’s a shocking crime that still stands as one of the worst random mass murders in Canadian history.
Nearly the entire family of James and Evelyn Peterson were brutally killed on their farm near Shell Lake on Aug. 15, 1967.
Over six episodes, you’ll get to know the Petersons with the help of Kathy Hill, the only remaining family member, as she shares the most intimate details of their story in this exclusive Rawlco Radio series.
Episode 6 of The Shell Lake Massacre: The Aftermath
In the series finale, host Brittany Caffet travels to the gravesite of the Peterson family to reflect on the generational impacts of this notorious crime.
Sep 18, 2023
Episode 5 of The Shell Lake Massacre: The Confession
Episode 5 explores the confession of Victor Ernest Hoffman and shocking details that were revealed throughout the 1968 trial.
Sep 11, 2023
Episode 4 of The Shell Lake Massacre: The Killer
Episode 4 explores the early life of Victor Hoffman, his mental health struggles, and unheard details about the police investigation that led to his arrest.
Sep 05, 2023
Episode 3 of The Shell Lake Massacre: The Last of The Petersons
Episode 3 explores Kathy Hill's journey back to Saskatchewan, the police hunt for the killer and the funeral for nine members of the Peterson family.
Aug 29, 2023
Episode 2 of The Shell Lake Massacre: The Night of Fear
The Shell Lake Massacre podcast is a special presentation by Rawlco Radio. The six-part series hosted and produced by Brittany Caffet airs Tuesdays at...
Aug 22, 2023
Introducing The Shell Lake Massacre, a Rawlco Radio podcast
In episode one, listeners learn about the victims of this crime, Jim and Evelyn Peterson and their children, with the help of Kathy Hill, the only remaining family member.
Aug 14, 2023
