Queensland Police have launched a stunning new offensive in one of the state's most baffling cold cases, announcing an unprecedented $1 million reward for information that could finally solve the mysterious disappearance and suspected murder of Theresa Binge.
The 31-year-old Indigenous woman vanished without a trace from the rural township of Gayndah, approximately 380 kilometres northwest of Brisbane, back in June 2003. Despite extensive investigations spanning more than two decades, her case has remained one of Queensland's most perplexing mysteries.
A Community Haunted by Unanswered Questions
Theresa was last seen on June 19, 2003, in the Gayndah area. Her disappearance sparked immediate concern among family and friends, launching a massive police operation that would continue for years.
"The investigation has been subject to extensive and complex inquiries over the past 21 years," revealed Detective Acting Superintendent Andrew Massingham in an emotional press conference. "Despite our relentless efforts, Theresa's disappearance remains unsolved, and we believe she was murdered."
Breakthrough Potential: The Million Dollar Gambit
The substantial reward represents one of the largest ever offered in Queensland cold case history, signalling police confidence that someone, somewhere holds the crucial information needed to break the case wide open.
Key aspects of the reward include:
- $1 million for information leading to the conviction of those responsible for Theresa's suspected murder
- Potential indemnity from prosecution for any accomplice not directly involved in the killing
- Complete confidentiality guarantees for informants
A Family's Two-Decade Wait for Answers
Theresa's family has endured 21 years of uncertainty and grief, never knowing what happened to their loved one. Police have made a direct appeal to community conscience, urging anyone with information to come forward.
"We believe there are people in the Gayndah community and beyond who have information that could solve this case," Detective Massingham stated. "Time has passed, loyalties change, and we're hoping this significant reward will encourage someone to finally come forward."
The case continues to haunt the tight-knit rural community, with investigators believing multiple individuals may hold pieces of the puzzle that could finally bring closure to Theresa's grieving family.
