Leeton Murder Investigation - Part 2

About this episode

Detectives Tim Clark and Justin Milne discuss the investigation into Stephanie Scott's murder and the challenges faced by police in rural areas.

Following on from episode 49, Detectives Tim Clark and Justin Milne discuss how police were able to build a brief of evidence against Stephanie Scott’s murderer. This included locating Stephanie’s abandoned and burnt body near a campsite. The unique challenges facing police in rural areas are detailed in the episode, especially how detectives engaged with the cold-blooded killer. It’s a fascinating example of police working to bring justice for Stephanie’s family. The crime case story this co...

People in this episode

Guests: Tim Clark, Justin Milne

Topics covered

• murder investigation
• police work
• rural challenges
• justice
• true crime

Keywords

• Leeton
• murder
• Stephanie Scott
• police investigation
• rural policing
• evidence
• justice

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Leeton

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