Bradley Murdoch, the man convicted of murdering British backpacker Peter Falconio in a notorious Australian outback case, has died in custody at the age of 67. Murdoch was serving a life sentence for the 2001 killing, which shocked both Australia and the UK.
A Notorious Crime
The case gained international attention when Falconio, then 28, disappeared during a road trip with his girlfriend Joanne Lees near Barrow Creek in the Northern Territory. Lees managed to escape and later identified Murdoch as the attacker.
Long Legal Battle
Murdoch maintained his innocence throughout the trial and subsequent appeals. Forensic evidence, including DNA matching, ultimately secured his conviction in 2005. The prosecution argued Murdoch had shot Falconio and attempted to kidnap Lees.
Unanswered Questions
Despite the conviction, Falconio's body was never found, leaving lingering questions about the exact circumstances of his death. The case remains one of Australia's most high-profile murder investigations.
Prison Death
Authorities confirmed Murdoch died in a South Australian prison where he had been incarcerated. No foul play is suspected in his death.
