Inquest into the disappearance and suspected death of Suat Yildirimtekin
Deceased
Suat Yildirimtekin
Demographics
male
Date of death
1998-10-08
Finding date
2016-12-22
Cause of death
Unknown; available evidence does not allow determination of cause
AI-generated summary
Suat Yildirimtekin disappeared on 8 October 1998 after being last seen by his mother in Parramatta and a business associate in Rydalmere. For nearly 18 years, an extensive police investigation found no evidence of his whereabouts. The coroner found on the balance of probabilities that he is now deceased, but could not determine where, when precisely, or the cause and manner of death. The investigation identified three possible scenarios: connection to arson attacks in the towing industry, connection to the murder of a rival tow truck operator, or involvement with drug syndicates. Yildirimtekin had a criminal history involving extortion and standover tactics in the towing industry, and was known to use and possibly supply illicit drugs. The coroner recommended referral to the Unsolved Homicide Unit of NSW Police for further investigation.
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Drugs involved
Contributing factors
- Criminal involvement in tow truck industry with extortion and standover tactics
- Alleged involvement in drug supply and use
- Enemies acquired through extortion and criminal activities
- Possible connection to organized crime syndicates in towing industry
Coroner's recommendations
- Refer the death of Suat Yildirimtekin to the Unsolved Homicide Unit of the NSW Police Homicide Squad for further investigation in accordance with the protocols and procedures of the Unit
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