Summary
The podcast delves into the unresolved cases of Margaret Cox and Cheryl Lee Nolan Masters, two women whose disappearances and murders remain unsolved in New South Wales, Australia. Margaret, last seen on December 19, 1996, went missing after a night out with friends. Her body was discovered two days later in the Manning River, showing signs of blunt force trauma and sexual assault. Despite extensive investigations, including a task force formed by homicide detectives, no suspects have been publicly identified, and the case remains open. Witnesses reported hearing screams on the night she disappeared, and there were indications of a man of interest, but no conclusive evidence has emerged.
Cheryl Lee, who went missing in September 2000, was last seen hitchhiking in Tari. Her remains were found six years later, and while her death was ruled a homicide, the investigation has yielded little information. The podcast highlights potential connections between both cases and a convicted sex offender, Frank Abbott, who has been linked to multiple unsolved cases in the region. Despite the ongoing inquiries, the New South Wales Police have not confirmed any connections between the cases or Abbott's involvement. The families of both women continue to seek answers, emphasizing the need for renewed attention and investigation into these tragic cases.
Show Notes
On December 19, 1996, Margaret Cox was last seen near the Big Oyster service station on the Pacific Highway in Taree, New South Wales.
What happened next would leave her family searching for answers for decades.
Nearly four years later, on September 22, 2000, Cherylee Nowlan Masters was last seen on Albert Street in Taree. She told friends she planned to travel to the Maitland area, but her movements after that remain unclear.
Years later, the investigation into William Tyrrell’s disappearance would bring troubling information about both cases to light that has people wondering if a serial killer could be connected.
If you have any information about Margaret Cox or Cherylee Nowlan Masters, please contact NSW Crime Stoppers at 1800 333 000 within Australia, or submit information online at nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. You do not have to give your name.
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