Homicide investigation opened after missing 73-year-old Yvonne Whear found dead
Police have identified a decomposing body discovered in a Terragon stockyard dip as missing 73-year-old Yvonne Whear, treating her death as a homicide.
Yvonne Whear, a 73-year-old who vanished in February from her Dungay property, was confirmed dead when a body found in a Terragon stockyard dip was identified as hers. Police have classified the death as a homicide and continue to search for those responsible, with no arrests made. The discovery followed the earlier recovery of her car from a nearby river.
Residents described Whear as a cheerful, animal-care enthusiast who preferred a solitary life but was well-known locally. Her daughter Gillian Hallac said the family never stopped looking for her and now faces the trauma of the violent loss. Authorities are conducting forensic searches at her home while urging anyone with information to come forward.
Why it matters
The case highlights safety concerns in rural communities and the ongoing need for thorough homicide investigations.
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