# The Murder of Tim Bosma: The Devil Had a Name

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Podcast: [Murder Files Unsealed](https://stenobird.com/podcast/murder-files-unsealed-6698983)
Published: 2026-09-20T03:08:26+00:00
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## Resource

The episode explores the notorious homicide of Tim Bosma, a Canadian man killed after accompanying two strangers on a truck test drive. Dellen Millard and Mark Smich were eventually convicted of the crime, but the text highlights a troubling pattern of overlooked criminal activity involving Millard. Investigations by The Fifth Estate suggest that authorities may have failed to properly scrutinize Millard during the prior disappearance of Laura Babcock and the suspicious death of his father, Wayne Millard. By examining witness testimony and police records, the episode questions if earlier law enforcement intervention could have prevented Bosma’s murder. Ultimately, the report profiles the killers while critiquing the systemic investigative lapses that allowed Millard to remain free for years. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/murder-files-unsealed--6017387/support . Content Warning: This podcast contains discussions of homicide, violence, abuse, and other graphic themes related to real-life criminal events. It is intended for mature audiences and listener discretion is advised. This episode includes AI-generated content.

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