The Case Of Toyah's Murder: The jury's excursion to Wangetti Beach
Nov 17, 2025
Chris Testa, an on-location reporter, provides an immersive experience as he describes the jury's viewing at Wangetti Beach, where Toyah Cordingley's body was found. He shares the significance of the excursion, explaining what jurors observed along the beach. With waves crashing in the background, he discusses the beach's landmarks like the car park and the sand mound. Chris addresses courtroom protocol, including the jurors' attire during this unique field trip and the security measures in place to safeguard the process.
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Jury Walks The Beach Where Evidence Was Found
- Chris Testa describes the jury walking about four kilometres up Wangetti Beach in warm, tropical conditions as they view key locations.
- He recounts where Toyah Cordingley's car was parked and where her father found a mound revealing her foot, giving listeners vivid scene detail.
Viewing Helps Jurors Visualise Evidence Context
- The beach viewing is contextual, not evidence, meant to help jurors visualise distances and positions relevant to testimony.
- Chris explains the stops (car park, tree, dog location) let jurors better picture the trial evidence.
Court Protections Extended To Outdoor Viewing
- The court enforced protections on the beach viewing, cordoning media and limiting proximity to jurors for security.
- Police managed the perimeter so the jury could inspect locations privately and without outside interference.