The Case Of Toyah's Murder: Close friend says alleged killer acted 'nervously'
Nov 20, 2025
Chris Tester, an ABC Far North reporter, provides gripping insights into the investigation of Toyah Cordingley's tragic case. He discusses multiple eyewitness accounts from Wangetti Beach and sheds light on the nervous behavior of Rajwinder Singh, the alleged murderer, during an airport drive. Chris reveals the challenges faced by investigators with conflicting witness memories and highlights key trial developments, including the significance of phone data and a mysterious blue Alfa Romeo linking to the case.
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Last Ride To The Airport
- Rajkaran Singh described driving Rajwinder Singh to Cairns Airport the morning after Toyah was found and noted Rajwinder looked stressed and focused on his phone.
- Rajkaran said Rajwinder claimed he was flying to Sydney to visit his sister and left his blue Alfa Romeo at Rajkaran's house.
Couple's Vivid Beach Memory
- Christoph Huber and Rosaria Macaroni watched a young blonde woman walking a large dark dog and later noticed a man staring at them who made them uncomfortable.
- They recalled the man as stocky, in his 40s, with olive skin and dark hair before he went away.
Conflicting Witness Recollections
- Multiple beach witnesses gave conflicting descriptions of the same person, showing memory variability even among companions.
- Differences included perceived ethnicity, hair colour and how long they were on the beach, undermining a single clear eyewitness picture.