The Pit

CBC

When Sheree Fertuck’s truck is found abandoned, suspicions grow around what happened to her. This CBC investigation uncovers a story of guns, violence, and loss -- and of the gravel pit that could still hold clues about her disappearance.

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Oct 24, 2025 · 29 min
The Pit Presents: Missing Megan Pt 1
30-year-old Megan Gallagher took care of everyone around her; the first to share a joke, play with kids and cook a memorable meal. Living in Saskatoon, she dreamed of becoming a chef. So when her family couldn't reach her back in September 2020, they started to worry something horrible had happened. And it had. You can find this series in the This is Saskatchewan Feed wherever you get your podcasts, and here: https://link.mgln.ai/4awcK1
Jun 26, 2024 · 26 min
Ep 17: The final act
Questions arise around what’s next for Greg. Others look for ways to prevent deaths like Sheree’s from happening again. Friends keep Sheree’s memory alive
Jun 18, 2024 · 24 min
E16: Decision day
Justice Richard Danyliuk shares his detailed decision in court. He doesn't mince words. The ruling hits hard for Sheree’s friends and family.
Mar 8, 2024 · 12 min
Update: Greg makes his case
Greg calls some familiar faces as witnesses. The defence and Crown make their closing arguments. The judge announces a date for his final decision.
Feb 16, 2024 · 33 min
E15: Voir Dire
The judge finally rules on what evidence he’ll consider at the trial. The Crown and Greg must decide how to proceed.
Sep 15, 2023 · 34 min
E14: Grievances
Greg explains why he thinks he’s the victim. As witnesses are questioned again, Greg appears in court on another matter. The judge gives a stern lesson in courtroom etiquette.
Mar 10, 2023 · 46 min
E13: New Evidence
A rural couple makes an unusual discovery under a shed and is called to testify in court. Greg forces his own lawyers to make a difficult decision. The trial brings more surprises as the seventh anniversary of Sheree’s disappearance passes by.
Nov 10, 2021 · 37 min
E12: Just between you and me
The Mr. Big illusion is lifted. Greg's so-called friends turn out to be cops. As details of the elaborate web of deception are revealed in court, we hear what Greg tells the crime boss. Our reporters learn more about Justice Danyliuk.
Nov 2, 2021 · 34 min
E11: Testimony
Greg's children testify against him in court. Police reveal what set the Mr. Big operation in motion, as observers consider whether the judge will accept the confession from it.
Oct 27, 2021 · 31 min
E10: The case against Greg
Prosecutors and police reveal their evidence against Greg, including blood DNA and cell phone data. They build a timeline of the day Sheree disappeared, but Greg tells a different version of what happened on December 7, 2015.
Aug 20, 2021 · 2 min
Live Event: Special announcement
With the trial set to begin in September, we're hosting a special live event. It's a chance to meet fellow fans of The Pit and to ask questions of the hosts and producers behind the podcast. Find out more at cbc.ca/thepit
Jun 30, 2021 · 33 min
E9: Six More Months
A last minute decision puts the trial on hold for another six months. Sheree's family is shocked, and Greg is still in jail. Why would Greg's lawyers want their client in jail longer, and why couldn't this case go ahead when others have? Meanwhile someone close to Sheree finally speaks up.
Mar 26, 2021 · 22 min
E8: The Trial
With the trial about to begin, Greg’s lawyer explains why he’s representing Greg even though he doesn’t trust or believe him. We explore which factors could decide the verdict. With Sheree still missing, her sisters ponder what they want from the trial.
Feb 28, 2020 · 12 min
Update: What happened in court
Greg Fertuck appeared in court for a two-week preliminary hearing in January. The goal was to decide if he should be tried for murder. This short update explains what happened.
#6
Dec 5, 2019 · 31 min
E6: Mr. Big
Police have Sheree’s alleged killer behind bars, but the suspect says he was scared into a confession. Our reporters investigate the controversial police technique that led to his arrest. Meanwhile, people close to Sheree break their silence.
#7
Dec 5, 2019 · 35 min
E7: Needle in a haystack
A close relative thinks Sheree was dumped somewhere near the gravel pit. Police and volunteers searched the area when she disappeared, and again after the arrest. Could the searchers have overlooked her remains?
#5
Jul 16, 2019 · 30 min
E5: The interview
A letter to the Saskatoon jail nets our reporters a meeting with the suspect. We hear from him for the first time. For more, including a 360 video experience of the gravel pit, visit cbc.ca/thepit
#4
Jul 15, 2019 · 32 min
E4: The north 40
Police announce a major breakthrough in Sheree's case. They've put someone behind bars. A former roommate of the suspect remembers a troubling conversation about Sheree, and the family of the accused protest his innocence. For more, including a 360 video experience of the gravel pit, visit cbc.ca/thepit
#3
Jul 14, 2019 · 33 min
E3: If walls could talk
Sheree gets married. Soon, cracks in the relationship begin to form. Court documents reveal troubles in Sheree's private life. There's a death threat, weapons, and the police get involved. For more, including a 360 video experience of the gravel pit, visit cbc.ca/thepit
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Jul 13, 2019 · 33 min
E2: Echo in the valley
The search for Sheree Fertuck is underway. Police are digging, questioning, and looking for suspects. Suspicions about what might have happened to Sheree begin to emerge. A neighbour says he remembers hearing a loud noise. For more, including a 360 video experience of the gravel pit, visit cbc.ca/thepit

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