Todd James
Todd James is the father of Piper James, a Canadian backpacker who was found dead on an Australian beach. Following the autopsy results indicating drowning as the likely cause of death, Todd expressed relief that the findings would allow for his daughter's body to be returned to Canada.
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Her father, Todd James, had previously told the Australian Associated Press that he believed Piper erred by not carrying a stick with her.
B.C. teen Piper James was forced into water by dingoes, coroner says
Canada· 2026-03-06
Todd James is Piper's father who expressed gratitude for the support received during their time of loss.
Canadian tourist Piper James’ parents join ceremony at Australian beach where died
New Zealand· 2026-02-06
Todd James said that Piper would have supported traditional owners’ calls for stronger protections on the island.
Canadian backpacker Piper James’ family to visit K’gari following tragic deathNew Zealand· 2026-01-30
Todd James is Piper James's father who expressed his sadness over the news of his daughter's death.
Australia culls ‘aggressive’ dingoes found circling young Canadian woman’s bodyCanada· 2026-01-25
Todd James is Piper's grieving father who expressed his thoughts on her tragic death.
A teenager’s death on an untamed island has put the spotlight on its inhabitants
United States· 2026-01-24
Todd James is Piper's father who confirmed that autopsy results showed water in her lungs.
New details of Canadian teen backpacker’s death on K’gari (formerly Fraser Island) revealed
Australia· 2026-01-23
Todd James is Piper's father who was present after her graduation ceremony.
B.C. teen found dead in Australia unlikely to have been killed by dingoes despite ‘pre-mortem’ bitesCanada· 2026-01-23Piper's father, Todd James, expressed relief that the autopsy results meant her body could be released back to the family.
Canadian found dead on Australian beach likely died of drowning, autopsy finds
United Kingdom· 2026-01-23