Coroner's Finding: Cheryl Gene Grimmer
Deceased
Cheryl Gene Grimmer
Demographics
female
Date of death
1970-01-12
Finding date
2011-05-31
Cause of death
Open finding - cause and manner of death could not be determined
AI-generated summary
Cheryl Gene Grimmer disappeared from Fairy Meadow Beach in NSW on 12 January 1970, sometime after 7pm. Her remains were never found and her death remained an unsolved mystery for over 40 years. An inquest was held on 9 May 2011, presided over by Deputy State Coroner Magistrate Freund. The coroner was unable to determine the manner and cause of death and delivered an open finding, indicating insufficient evidence for a definitive determination. The coroner made two significant recommendations: that the file be referred to the Unsolved Homicide Squad for continued investigation into what was presumed to be a homicide, and that the State Government consider offering a reward for information regarding her disappearance and death. This case exemplifies the ongoing investigation of unresolved disappearances and the important role coronial inquests play in maintaining public awareness of cold cases.
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Contributing factors
- Disappearance from Fairy Meadow Beach
Coroner's recommendations
- Refer this file to the Unsolved Homicide Squad
- Give consideration to a reward for information into her disappearance and death
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