SA Police identify remains of alleged Tamika Chesser murder victim Julian Story
The remains of alleged Tamika Chesser murder victim Julian Story have been formally identified.
South Australian Police confirmed that a head found in bushland in Port Lincoln nearly a month ago was that of Mr Story.
The head was found by a man walking his dog on July 31 and the remains have now been positively identified following forensic testing.
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By continuing you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy.“The remains were forwarded to Forensic Science SA for a detailed scientific examination which has confirmed their identity,” the police said in a statement.
“Police extend their gratitude to the many members of the Port Lincoln community who have come forward with information to aid this investigation.”
Police believe Ms Chesser, a former Beauty and the Geek contestant, murdered Mr Story about midnight on June 17 and then removed his head.
Mr Story’s body was found on the afternoon of June 19 following a small fire at the unit and Ms Chesser was arrested in the yard of the home.
Police allege Ms Chesser was captured on CCTV walking with a bag, dogs, and dressed in heavy clothing in the hours after Mr Story’s death.
Ms Chesser has been charged with murder, destroying human remains, and assaulting a police officer.
South Australian Police and SES volunteers spent more than a week fanning out across the scrubland and waters around Port Lincoln searching for Mr Story’s head in the aftermath of the brutal alleged killing in June.
The search was paused on July 1, resumed again in mid July and then stopped again.
Then on July 31, a dog walker discovered a human skull in the scrub off Slipway Rd on the eastern edge of the town.
Ms Chesser is currently being held at psychiatric facility James Nash House.
Her case is set to be heard again at Adelaide Magistrates Court in December.
She starred in the second series of the hit reality TV show Beauty and the Geek in 2010, finishing in second place.
She has also worked as a model for a range of brands including Target and appeared in men’s magazines including Ralph and FHM, a profile for her on Star Now states.
Her Instagram and Facebook social media profiles are filled with racy and glamorous images.
More to come.
Originally published as SA Police identify remains of alleged Tamika Chesser murder victim Julian Story
