Troubled Waters

Some stories are so profound, so unimaginable, that they stay with us forever. The Unthinkable is the latest podcast from Casefile Presents, hosted by two of Australia's leading voices in true crime, Vikki Petraitis and Emily Webb. The series delves into tales of ordinary people who have faced extraordinary, often devastating events and emerged forever changed.

From survivors of traumatic events to victims of relentless stalking, and even those who’ve confronted some of Australia’s most notorious criminals, The Unthinkable explores the depths of human resilience.

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It’s been four years since I first learned about the disappearance of Niamh Maye, an 18-year-old who went missing from the small New South Wales town of Batlow back in 2002. I don’t know if it’s because Niamh and I finished high school in the same year, or we shared a similar taste in music, but I felt instinctively drawn to her story. At the time of her disappearance, Niahm was just a young woman, setting out on an adventure with friends and testing the waters of life, like so many 18-year-olds do. But unlike the rest of us, something pulled Niamh under.

As I learned more about Niamh’s story, the revelations that unfolded left me in shock. I spent four years speaking with family, friends, witnesses and members of law enforcement to try and get some answers. The result is Missing Niamh, the latest 12 part series from Casefile Presents. Researched and hosted by me, the series features exclusive interviews with key players, who help us dive into the details of Niamh’s case as we go back to Batlow to try and make sense of what really happened. 

The entire 12-part series is available now. Be sure to download and follow Missing Niamh, wherever you get your podcasts. 

https://missingniamh.com

In this brief update, host Julia Robson extends a heartfelt thank you for all the support so far. To help further, please sign the petition created by Louisa’s loved ones, requesting an inquest into her death.

Content warning: This episode contains discussions of suicide, death and domestic violence. 

As the puzzle of Louisa’s tragic death begins to take shape, a cryptic message in Louisa's journal hints at a darker truth. Where questions mount, contradictions emerge, and official narratives are challenged - the search for justice intensifies.