Tracking a Killer: The Cold Case Files

William Pennell

Episode Summary

Unidentified human remains were discovered on July 16, 1980, in the area of Steeles and Concession in Markham. For over 40 years the identity of the person was unknown, but with the use of genetic genealogy the remains were identified in 2023 as belonging to William Pennell. The 26-year-old had escaped from a correctional facility in Kingston.

Episode Notes

Unidentified human remains were discovered on July 16, 1980, in the area of Steeles  and Concession in Markham. For over 40 years the identity of the person was unknown, but with the use of genetic genealogy the remains were identified in 2023 as belonging to William Pennell. The 26-year-old had escaped from a correctional facility in Kingston.