Episode 342: In the quiet Yukon community of Carcross, a chilling tragedy unfolded on March 1st, 1992, forever changing the lives of those involved and leaving a lasting impact on the region. Krystal Nicole Senyk, a twenty-nine-year-old with her whole life ahead of her, was found dead in the doorway of her cabin, the victim of a brutal murder.
The prime suspect in this heinous crime was Ronald Jeffrey Bax, the husband of Krystal’s friend Lynn. In the hours between Krystal’s murder and the discovery of her body, Bax, charged with murder in absentia, vanished without a trace, setting in motion a decades-long search for justice.
This case, which has haunted the Yukon for over 30 years, is a tale of tragedy, mystery, and the relentless pursuit of truth. Despite the passage of time, Ronald Bax has never been found, leaving authorities, Krystal’s family and the community with unanswered questions and a continuing need for closure.
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Wanted by the RCMP: Ronald Jeffrey Bax | Royal Canadian Mounted Police
WhatHappenedToRonBax.com | A Yukon mystery
I Got a Name: The Murder of Krystal Senyk
Woman is shot; RCMP hunt for murder suspect
International Arm Wrestling Results 1990
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Remember Krystal, remember them all
‘A mother should never have to go through this’
Writer at Dawson City residency comes full-circle on Yukon true crime story
Author delves into the life and tragic death of Krystal Senyk | CBC News
Transcript: Crime Story, Episode 20 | CBC Radio
Krystal Nicole Senyk (1962-1992)
https://destinationcarcross.ca/
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