Judge Delays Murder Trial of Jefferson Lewis Until December Over Massive Evidence Package

In Alice Springs, the trial of Jefferson Lewis, 47, on a murder charge for five-year-old Kumanjayi Little Baby has been delayed until December 3. The child’s body was discovered after a five-day search that concluded in late May, when Lewis was formally charged. Prosecutor Patrick Williams outlined that the prosecution has already received 76 witness statements and 48 pieces of video evidence, including body-worn, drone and CCTV footage, but highlighted that about 20 police statements, additional civilian testimonies and a comprehensive post-mortem report remain outstanding.

Judge Sarah McNamara ruled that the volume and forensic intricacy of the material warranted a five-month adjournment as “realistic and appropriate.” While Kumanjayi’s immediate family chose not to appear in court, some extended relatives were present on the opposite lawn. Lewis also faces two undisclosed charges. The case will resume on December 3.