True Crime: Rev. Canon Paul Wancura - Severed

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We discuss the mysterious, unsolved case on Shelter Island, New York, involving the deceased priest, Rev. Canon Paul Wancura. Drew finds a prior case involving sexual abuse and murder, incorporates the psychology of island living or island mentality, and explores the purported home invasion crime to Rev. Wancura’s death. For information/tips: If anyone has information, you can contact the Suffolk County Crime Stoppers or submit an anonymous tip–call 1-800-222-TIPS. Provide any tips on the P3 Tips APP via the App Store or Google Play or P3Tips.com. The information provided is confidential.CW/TW: This episode discusses sexual abuse and murder. Graphic details will be discussed. Listener discretion is advised.Email: [email protected]: severedpodcast.comFacebook: facebook.com/severedpodcastInstagram: @severed_podcastTik Tok: @severed_podcastYouTube: @severed_podcastHosts: Harry Chambers + Drew HudsonLogo Art: Drew HudsonTheme Song Composer | Podcast Editor: Harry ChambersShow Concept | Researcher | Lead Writer: Drew Hudson Rogue Media NetworkSourcesArticle: “Scandal on a Wealthy Island: A Priest, a Murder and a Mystery” by Amanda M. Fairbanks (NYT; no paywall)Article: “First Slaying Washes Away Shelter Island’s Innocence” by Dale Russakoff (WaPo; no paywall)Article: “Shelter Island Feels Chic, Relaxed and Timeless” by Steven Kurutz (NYT; no paywall)Article: “Year in Review: Shelter Island Homicide Case Still Unsolved After Five Years” by Ambrose ClancyArticle: “Police–Cash Reward for Tips on Silver Beach Burglaries” by Ambrose ClancyArticle: “Islandness of the Mind: The Study of Islanders” by Ilan Kelman, Ph.D. D (PsychologyToday.com)Article: “Beloved Episcopal Priest, 87, Mourned as New York Police Seek His Attackers in Home Invasion” by David PaulsenArticle: “Police Report Another Silver Beach Burglary Two Weeks after Brutal Crime in the Area” by Ambrose ClancyArticle: “Shelter Island Homicide Unsolved After Six Years: Island and County Police Report Case Still ‘Active’” by Ambrose ClancyArticle: “Year in Review: Shelter Island Homicide Case Still Unsolved After Five Years” by Ambrose ClancyArticle: “That Murdered ‘Priest’ and Accusations of ABuse: But This Wasn’t Another Catholic Case” by Terry Mattingly (bishop-accountability.org)Article: “Spotlight on Abuse: Episcopal Priest Paul Wancura” (embedded summons; anglicanwatch.com)Journal Article: “Social Psychological Perspectives on Islandness: Identities, Vulnerabilities and Precarities” by Kate Matheson et al. Concepts, Theories, & Introductions: Island Studies Journal 19(1). Website: Shelter Island, New York (shelterislandtown.gov)Website: United States Census Bureau (Shelter Island; Suffolk County, NY)Website: Cape Resports (caperesorts.com)Website: Caroline Episcopal Church (carolinechurch.net)Website: Canon Wancura Obituary (2018) (legacy.com)Website: Shelter Island, New York Violent Crime Rates and Map (shelterislandreporter.timesreview.com)Website: Lucien Piccard | Our Story (lucienpiccardusa.com) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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This episode was published on June 10, 2024.

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We discuss the mysterious, unsolved case on Shelter Island, New York, involving the deceased priest, Rev. Canon Paul Wancura. Drew finds a prior case involving sexual abuse and murder, incorporates the psychology of island living or island...

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