Casefile True Crime Case 322: William Tyrrell (Part 2)
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Jul 26, 2025 The mysterious disappearance of three-year-old William Tyrrell faces a tumultuous investigation filled with twists over three years. Challenges arise as law enforcement navigates unreliable witnesses and public scrutiny, particularly following illegal surveillance by a detective. A coronial inquest signals hope for answers, but uncertainty lingers, impacting William's family deeply. Emotional pleas from his sister highlight the enduring search for justice amid a backdrop of community support and ongoing struggles.
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Paul Savage's Suspicious Behavior
- Paul Savage, an elderly retiree neighbor, was the only outsider who heard children playing the morning William disappeared.
- Savage searched the nearby bushland for hours and had unusual behavior that raised police suspicions.
Spider-Man Suit Test
- Planted Spider-Man suit tested Paul Savage's reaction to link him to William's disappearance.
- Savage's initial hesitation and detailed memories suggested possible knowledge of the child's whereabouts.
Frank Abbott's Troubling Past
- Frank Abbott, a convicted child sex offender, was known locally as a "dirty old man" and was out on bail during William's disappearance.
- Abbott had a history of disturbing behavior and was a suspect in past crimes, raising police interest.