Dead Wrong podcast: Findings of explosive investigation revealed

AN explosive finding that has been a tightly-held secret for more than two decades is revealed for the first time in the latest episode of the gripping true crime podcast, Dead Wrong. LISTEN NOW

AN explosive insurance investigation finding that has been a tightly-held secret for more than two decades is revealed for the first time in the latest episode of The Courier-Mail’s gripping true crime podcast, Dead Wrong.

COPS ‘BOTCHED’ JEFFREY BROOKS DEATH PROBE

Episode five of the compelling series, which has been looking into the bizarre and mysterious “accidental’’ shooting death of a young scientist, raises serious questions about the police determination in the case.

Detectives found Jeffrey Brooks, 24, an experienced shooter, accidentally shot himself with an old shotgun he was alleged to have been using to scare cormorants at the Beenleigh Crayfish Farm on March 13, 1996.

They believed the aquaculturist was fatally shot through the chest when he reached into a vehicle and pulled the firearm towards him — barrel first — and the hammer caught on the seat, causing the gun to fire.

Jeffrey’s parents Lawrie and Wendy believe the death was not an accident and want the case reopened to help the family find peace.

In pictures: What really happened to Jeffrey Brooks?

VIEW GALLERY

Their cause has been greatly boosted by a veteran private investigator who has come forward to reveal he led an insurance investigation into the matter, commissioned by WorkCover.

Private investigator Dennis Walker tells of what he believes are police failings, missing evidence and the controversial conclusion in the one case he has never been able to leave behind.

Tune in to the latest Dead Wrong podcast, Hidden Truths, by clicking on the player above. You can also download it from iTunes or your preferred podcast platform or visit couriermail.com.au/deadwrong