The Case Of Toyah's Murder: How police found Rajwinder Singh
Nov 27, 2025
In this discussion, Christopher Testa, an ABC Far North reporter with extensive courtroom insight, dives into the gripping details of the Toyah Cordingley murder case. He reveals how police tracked Rajwinder Singh down in India and the pivotal forensic evidence found in his blue Alfa Romeo. Testa highlights key figures and local testimonies that add layers to the investigation, while addressing the defense's strategies around alternative suspects. It's a captivating journey through a complex legal saga, filled with twists and significant revelations.
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Long Search, Rapid Arrest After Reward
- International policing took years of low-yield effort before a targeted reward produced a quick arrest in India.
- Detective Superintendent Murray Taylor coordinated with CBI and Punjab police leading to Singh's 2022 arrest and 2023 extradition.
Blue Alfa Romeo Forensic Findings
- Police forensically examined the blue Alfa Romeo left at a friend's house after Singh flew to India.
- They found sand smatterings and missing front mats but no confirmed interior blood evidence.
Mixed Presumptive Test Results
- Multiple presumptive blood tests yielded mixed results across vehicles and items.
- Luminol testing inside Singh's car did not return evidence of blood despite some presumptive positives.