Bone and Blood

As week three of the trial comes to a close, the jury heard from forensic anthropologist, Dr Soren Blau, who spoke about the 2100 bone fragments found in the Victorian high country search. Forensic officer Mark Gellatly also took the stand to discuss DNA and blood spatter testing.

A Gun In The Court Room

In the third week of the trial, a ballistics expert took the stand to show the jury the black Barathrum Arms shotgun which struck Carol Clay. The jury also heard from a pathologist and insect expert who revealed no cause of death had been established because evidence had been “obliterated”.

The Remains

As week two of the trial comes to a close, we hear from a close friend of Carol Clay, as well as missing person's squad Detective Abbey Justin. Forensic scientist George Xydias, and DNA specialist Dadna Hartman, also take the stand to discuss remains found at the both sites.

A burnt campsite, Russell's family and a juror is discharged

Week two of the trial is underway as we hear from Russell's wife Robyn Hill and daughter Debra Hill, we also hear from more campers who were in the vicinity of Bucks Camp during the alleged murders and a juror is excused due to illness.  

The First Witnesses... and The Affair

The first witnesses are called by the prosecution... In this episode we hear from a Parks Victoria ranger, a weed sprayer, Carol’s daughter and the details surrounding Russell Hill and Carol Clay’s long-term affair

The Trial Begins....

The prosecution and the defence have laid out their respective positions in the opening remarks this week. In this episode of the podcast Penny and Erin take you through the jury selection process, Justice Michael Croucher's opening statements and also the opening statements from Dermot Dann KC for…

An Update

In breaking news today, the jury in the trial of Gregory Lynn was discharged. Erin and Penny discuss what this means, and what we can expect next week in the trial.

Inside The Court

Penelope Liersch and Erin Pearson take you inside the Supreme Court in Melbourne, before the trial of Gregory Lynn begins tomorrow. In this episode you will also hear details on how we arrived at this place, and one of Australia’s most respected media lawyers will discuss the intricacies of the jus…

We’ve Got Some Explaining To Do….

In this first episode of the podcast Erin and Penny discuss the complexities of an investigation and the resulting court process, from the initial arrest to the verdict, and the nuances of the jury system.

Introducing - The Missing Campers Trial

The Missing Campers Trial follows the case of Russell Hill and Carol Clay, and the man accused of murdering them, Gregory Lynn, an accusation he denies. Bringing you up to date with an investigation that began in March 2020, through to Gregory Lynn's arrest in November 2021, to now.....The Age Cri…