Missing head plea as reality TV star faces court on murder charge
The head of a man allegedly murdered and dismembered by his reality TV contestant partner is missing and police are calling on the public to help give his family 'a peaceful outcome'.
Detectives released details of the shocking crime on Friday, hours after a court revoked an order suppressing the identity of Tamika Sueann-Rose Chesser, who is charged with murdering Julian Story, 39.
In Adelaide Magistrates Court on Friday, Magistrate Ben Sale lifted the order that prevented the name and image of reality TV contestant being published.
The former Beauty and the Geek contestant, 34, was arrested on June 19 after Story's body was found at the couple's home at Port Lincoln, on South Australia's Eyre Peninsula.
At a media conference, Detective Superintendent Darren Fielke said Story's body was dismembered after he was murdered.
'And while I won't provide any further detail about that at this time, I can tragically say that we have not recovered the head of Julian Story,' the major crime chief said.
'I can only imagine, and I want you to imagine, the grief this news is causing Julian's family.
'Recovering Julian's head to return it to his family so they can have a peaceful outcome, have a funeral and lay him to rest is a really important aspect for us.'
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The Advertiser
14 hours ago
- The Advertiser
Victim's head missing as ex-TV star faces murder charge
Public help is being sought to find the head of a man allegedly murdered and dismembered by his ex-reality TV contestant partner. Detectives released details of the shocking crime on Friday, hours after a court revoked an order suppressing the identity of Tamika Sueann Rose Chesser. She is charged with murdering Julian Story, 39, and magistrate Ben Sale on Friday lifted a restriction on the publication of her name or image. The 34-year-old former Beauty and the Geek contestant was arrested on June 19 after Mr Story's body was found at the couple's home at Port Lincoln, on South Australia's Eyre Peninsula. His body was dismembered following his murder, Detective Superintendent Darren Fielke revealed. "While I won't provide any further detail about that at this time, I can tragically say that we have not recovered the head of Julian Story," the South Australia Police major crime chief told reporters. "I can only imagine, and I want you to imagine, the grief this news is causing. "Julian's family ... are devastated by his loss and the circumstances surrounding his death. "It is crucial that we locate Julian's head so that his family has the opportunity to allow him to rest." Police released still images and video of the alleged murder that were recorded after the killing, which investigators said occurred about midnight on June 17. The images show a woman wearing a black headscarf and black full-body coverings. "She often walked with one, two or three dogs, she walks through back streets, she walks through parks in the Port Lincoln area," Det Supt Fielke said. Officers want to pinpoint Chesser's movements between midnight on June 17 and the afternoon of June 19 and asked residents to review any CCTV and dash cam footage. In a statement, the Story family said they were "navigating an unimaginable loss". "We are also deeply grateful to our family and friends and this extraordinary community whose kindness and support have helped carry us through," they said. "Your prayers, presence, and quiet strength mean more than words can say." Chesser, who appeared in court via video link on Friday, has been refused bail since her arrest. She is being held under order at a forensic mental health facility. The now-lifted suppression order also prevented publication of Mr Story's name and details of the alleged crime. Police found Mr Story's body after firefighters were called to the Flinders Highway property to investigate reports of a blaze. There was no information to suggest drugs were involved, but both the victim and accused were known to police, Det Supt Fielke said. Mr Story was a long-time resident of Port Lincoln and he had been in a relationship with Chesser for "at least a few months", he added. "We know they were in a relationship, and I'm not suggesting that's a motive, but it's something that's been explored … there's no obvious motive that we are aware of at this point," Det Supt Fielke said. Chesser will re-appear in court for a committal hearing in December. Lifeline 13 11 14 beyondblue 1300 22 4636 Public help is being sought to find the head of a man allegedly murdered and dismembered by his ex-reality TV contestant partner. Detectives released details of the shocking crime on Friday, hours after a court revoked an order suppressing the identity of Tamika Sueann Rose Chesser. She is charged with murdering Julian Story, 39, and magistrate Ben Sale on Friday lifted a restriction on the publication of her name or image. The 34-year-old former Beauty and the Geek contestant was arrested on June 19 after Mr Story's body was found at the couple's home at Port Lincoln, on South Australia's Eyre Peninsula. His body was dismembered following his murder, Detective Superintendent Darren Fielke revealed. "While I won't provide any further detail about that at this time, I can tragically say that we have not recovered the head of Julian Story," the South Australia Police major crime chief told reporters. "I can only imagine, and I want you to imagine, the grief this news is causing. "Julian's family ... are devastated by his loss and the circumstances surrounding his death. "It is crucial that we locate Julian's head so that his family has the opportunity to allow him to rest." Police released still images and video of the alleged murder that were recorded after the killing, which investigators said occurred about midnight on June 17. The images show a woman wearing a black headscarf and black full-body coverings. "She often walked with one, two or three dogs, she walks through back streets, she walks through parks in the Port Lincoln area," Det Supt Fielke said. Officers want to pinpoint Chesser's movements between midnight on June 17 and the afternoon of June 19 and asked residents to review any CCTV and dash cam footage. In a statement, the Story family said they were "navigating an unimaginable loss". "We are also deeply grateful to our family and friends and this extraordinary community whose kindness and support have helped carry us through," they said. "Your prayers, presence, and quiet strength mean more than words can say." Chesser, who appeared in court via video link on Friday, has been refused bail since her arrest. She is being held under order at a forensic mental health facility. The now-lifted suppression order also prevented publication of Mr Story's name and details of the alleged crime. Police found Mr Story's body after firefighters were called to the Flinders Highway property to investigate reports of a blaze. There was no information to suggest drugs were involved, but both the victim and accused were known to police, Det Supt Fielke said. Mr Story was a long-time resident of Port Lincoln and he had been in a relationship with Chesser for "at least a few months", he added. "We know they were in a relationship, and I'm not suggesting that's a motive, but it's something that's been explored … there's no obvious motive that we are aware of at this point," Det Supt Fielke said. Chesser will re-appear in court for a committal hearing in December. Lifeline 13 11 14 beyondblue 1300 22 4636 Public help is being sought to find the head of a man allegedly murdered and dismembered by his ex-reality TV contestant partner. Detectives released details of the shocking crime on Friday, hours after a court revoked an order suppressing the identity of Tamika Sueann Rose Chesser. She is charged with murdering Julian Story, 39, and magistrate Ben Sale on Friday lifted a restriction on the publication of her name or image. The 34-year-old former Beauty and the Geek contestant was arrested on June 19 after Mr Story's body was found at the couple's home at Port Lincoln, on South Australia's Eyre Peninsula. His body was dismembered following his murder, Detective Superintendent Darren Fielke revealed. "While I won't provide any further detail about that at this time, I can tragically say that we have not recovered the head of Julian Story," the South Australia Police major crime chief told reporters. "I can only imagine, and I want you to imagine, the grief this news is causing. "Julian's family ... are devastated by his loss and the circumstances surrounding his death. "It is crucial that we locate Julian's head so that his family has the opportunity to allow him to rest." Police released still images and video of the alleged murder that were recorded after the killing, which investigators said occurred about midnight on June 17. The images show a woman wearing a black headscarf and black full-body coverings. "She often walked with one, two or three dogs, she walks through back streets, she walks through parks in the Port Lincoln area," Det Supt Fielke said. Officers want to pinpoint Chesser's movements between midnight on June 17 and the afternoon of June 19 and asked residents to review any CCTV and dash cam footage. In a statement, the Story family said they were "navigating an unimaginable loss". "We are also deeply grateful to our family and friends and this extraordinary community whose kindness and support have helped carry us through," they said. "Your prayers, presence, and quiet strength mean more than words can say." Chesser, who appeared in court via video link on Friday, has been refused bail since her arrest. She is being held under order at a forensic mental health facility. The now-lifted suppression order also prevented publication of Mr Story's name and details of the alleged crime. Police found Mr Story's body after firefighters were called to the Flinders Highway property to investigate reports of a blaze. There was no information to suggest drugs were involved, but both the victim and accused were known to police, Det Supt Fielke said. Mr Story was a long-time resident of Port Lincoln and he had been in a relationship with Chesser for "at least a few months", he added. "We know they were in a relationship, and I'm not suggesting that's a motive, but it's something that's been explored … there's no obvious motive that we are aware of at this point," Det Supt Fielke said. Chesser will re-appear in court for a committal hearing in December. Lifeline 13 11 14 beyondblue 1300 22 4636 Public help is being sought to find the head of a man allegedly murdered and dismembered by his ex-reality TV contestant partner. Detectives released details of the shocking crime on Friday, hours after a court revoked an order suppressing the identity of Tamika Sueann Rose Chesser. She is charged with murdering Julian Story, 39, and magistrate Ben Sale on Friday lifted a restriction on the publication of her name or image. The 34-year-old former Beauty and the Geek contestant was arrested on June 19 after Mr Story's body was found at the couple's home at Port Lincoln, on South Australia's Eyre Peninsula. His body was dismembered following his murder, Detective Superintendent Darren Fielke revealed. "While I won't provide any further detail about that at this time, I can tragically say that we have not recovered the head of Julian Story," the South Australia Police major crime chief told reporters. "I can only imagine, and I want you to imagine, the grief this news is causing. "Julian's family ... are devastated by his loss and the circumstances surrounding his death. "It is crucial that we locate Julian's head so that his family has the opportunity to allow him to rest." Police released still images and video of the alleged murder that were recorded after the killing, which investigators said occurred about midnight on June 17. The images show a woman wearing a black headscarf and black full-body coverings. "She often walked with one, two or three dogs, she walks through back streets, she walks through parks in the Port Lincoln area," Det Supt Fielke said. Officers want to pinpoint Chesser's movements between midnight on June 17 and the afternoon of June 19 and asked residents to review any CCTV and dash cam footage. In a statement, the Story family said they were "navigating an unimaginable loss". "We are also deeply grateful to our family and friends and this extraordinary community whose kindness and support have helped carry us through," they said. "Your prayers, presence, and quiet strength mean more than words can say." Chesser, who appeared in court via video link on Friday, has been refused bail since her arrest. She is being held under order at a forensic mental health facility. The now-lifted suppression order also prevented publication of Mr Story's name and details of the alleged crime. Police found Mr Story's body after firefighters were called to the Flinders Highway property to investigate reports of a blaze. There was no information to suggest drugs were involved, but both the victim and accused were known to police, Det Supt Fielke said. Mr Story was a long-time resident of Port Lincoln and he had been in a relationship with Chesser for "at least a few months", he added. "We know they were in a relationship, and I'm not suggesting that's a motive, but it's something that's been explored … there's no obvious motive that we are aware of at this point," Det Supt Fielke said. Chesser will re-appear in court for a committal hearing in December. Lifeline 13 11 14 beyondblue 1300 22 4636
7NEWS
15 hours ago
- 7NEWS
Police release new CCTV as investigation into man's alleged murder at the hands of Beauty and The Geek star continues
Police have released new CCTV as the desperate search for the remains of a man allegedly murdered by his reality TV star girlfriend continues. Thirty-four-year-old Tamika Chesser was runner-up in the reality TV show Beauty and the Geek's 2010 season and has been charged with the murder of her boyfriend, and Port Lincoln local, Julian Story, 39. Police are trying to track Chesser's movements in the week of the murder between midnight on Tuesday, June 17 and 3.30pm on Thursday on June 19. Officers allege Story was decapitated. His head is still missing. Police are now wanting to track Chesser's movements and have released CCTV images of the dark clothing she was wearing at the time. She is pictured in an all-black outfit, while walking three dogs. Police allege Story was killed around midnight on Tuesday, June 17 and are appealing to local residents to review any CCTV or dashcam footage they have which may assist the investigation. On Friday, Story's family released a statement, thanking SAPOL for their investigation into the alleged murder. 'On behalf of our family, we want to sincerely thank the South Australian Police, emergency services, and first responders for their compassion and professionalism during this devastating time,' they said. 'We are navigating an unimaginable loss, and your care has brought comfort amid the chaos. 'We are also deeply grateful to our family and friends and this extraordinary community, whose kindness and support have helped carry us through. 'Your prayers, presence, and quiet strength mean more than words can say.'
Sydney Morning Herald
16 hours ago
- Sydney Morning Herald
Missing head plea as reality TV star faces court on murder charge
The head of a man allegedly murdered and dismembered by his reality TV contestant partner is missing and police are calling on the public to help give his family 'a peaceful outcome'. Detectives released details of the shocking crime on Friday, hours after a court revoked an order suppressing the identity of Tamika Sueann-Rose Chesser, who is charged with murdering Julian Story, 39. In Adelaide Magistrates Court on Friday, Magistrate Ben Sale lifted the order that prevented the name and image of reality TV contestant being published. The former Beauty and the Geek contestant, 34, was arrested on June 19 after Story's body was found at the couple's home at Port Lincoln, on South Australia's Eyre Peninsula. At a media conference, Detective Superintendent Darren Fielke said Story's body was dismembered after he was murdered. 'And while I won't provide any further detail about that at this time, I can tragically say that we have not recovered the head of Julian Story,' the major crime chief said. 'I can only imagine, and I want you to imagine, the grief this news is causing Julian's family. 'Recovering Julian's head to return it to his family so they can have a peaceful outcome, have a funeral and lay him to rest is a really important aspect for us.'
