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Police hope new photos will help find remains of British backpacker Peter Falconio 25 years after infamous murder

The Guardian UK Monday 13 July 2026, 22:23 UTC By Australian Associated Press 1 min read
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Northern Territory police reopen evidence boxes in bid to close investigation of horrific crimeFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastNorthern Territory Police have reopened evidence boxes to uncover several previously unseen photographs from the investigation into the murder of British backpacker Peter Falconio and attempted abduction of his girlfriend Joanne Lees.Tuesday is the 25th anniversary of the outback...

Northern Territory police reopen evidence boxes in bid to close investigation of horrific crime

Northern Territory Police have reopened evidence boxes to uncover several previously unseen photographs from the investigation into the murder of British backpacker Peter Falconio and attempted abduction of his girlfriend Joanne Lees.

Tuesday is the 25th anniversary of the outback disappearance, which still resonates as one of Australia’s most horrific and culturally defining crimes. It also carries unanswered questions for Falconio’s family.

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British (ORG) Peter Falconio (PERSON) Northern Territory (LOCATION) Australia (LOCATION) Territory Police (ORG) Joanne Lees (PERSON) Falconio (PERSON)
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