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Murder Charge Laid After Human Remains Found in 2002 Susan Goodwin Case

Forensic testing to confirm the identity of the bones is underway.

Overview

  • Detectives uncovered a large bone during an excavation at a Pamir Court property in Port Lincoln after ground‑penetrating radar scans provided by the Australian Federal Police.
  • Authorities confirmed the remains are human and say they are believed to be Susan Goodwin’s.
  • Major Crime arrested and charged a 64-year-old Port Lincoln man with murder, with a court appearance scheduled in the Port Lincoln Magistrates Court today.
  • Goodwin, 39, disappeared on July 19, 2002 after shopping in town, and her vehicle was found in her driveway later that day.
  • Her family issued a statement thanking investigators and asking for privacy, while a reward of up to $200,000 for information remains available.