‘Disgusting’: Family’s letter to find Rachelle’s killer ignored

Email Rachelle Childs’ family has fought for almost 24 years to find her killer. Their plea to the NSW Police Minister has been ignored — and cops say it’s “disgusting”. Listen to the podcast, see the video.

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AM Edition ‘Disgusting’: Family’s letter to find Rachelle’s killer ignored Rachelle Childs’ family has fought for almost 24 years to find her killer. Their plea to the NSW Police Minister has been ignored — and cops say it’s “disgusting”. Listen to the po... READ MORE   Critical asset missing in Rachelle Childs’ murder investigation Former senior detectives have revealed cold cases involving violent crimes against women — like Rachelle Childs who was raped, murdered and burned — suffered for a critical reason.... READ MORE   Serial killer fears: Rachelle’s body found near another victim The inexplicable circumstances of Rachelle Childs’ death sparked fears a serial killer was on the loose after her burning remains were found near another female murder victim. READ MORE   Hefty toll costs force drivers to take the long road home Motorists are avoiding toll roads as cost-of-living pressures bite, but many are still paying tens of thousands of dollars. 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