Simon Atkinson

Australian police released previously unseen photographs from the investigation into the 2001 murder of British backpacker Peter Falconio in an effort to generate new leads. The images include photos of convicted killer Bradley Murdoch, crime‑scene material and pictures showing injuries sustained by Joanne Lees, who escaped the attack. Police emphasised that despite Murdoch’s death in 2023, they remain committed to locating Falconio’s remains, with a reward of A$500,000 offered for information.

Australian police released previously unseen photographs from the 2001 murder investigation of British backpacker Peter Falconio, aiming to generate new leads as his body remains missing. The images include photos of convicted killer Bradley Murdoch and of Joanne Lees, who escaped the attack. Northern Territory Police say they remain committed to finding Falconio’s remains, noting Murdoch died last year without revealing their location. A reward of up to A$500,000 remains available for information leading to their discovery.

Australian police released bodycam footage of a final interview with convicted killer Bradley Murdoch, who died in prison without revealing the location of British backpacker Peter Falconio’s body. The video was published ahead of the disappearance’s 25th anniversary as Northern Territory Police renewed appeals for information. Murdoch maintained he knew nothing despite DNA evidence and prior convictions. Authorities urged anyone with new details to come forward to help resolve the long‑running case.