The inquest into the mysterious disappearance of three-year-old William Tyrrell is approaching its conclusion, following five rounds of evidence since it commenced over five years ago. The young boy vanished from his foster grandmother’s home in Kendall, New South Wales, on September 12, 2014, while playing outside in a Spider-Man costume.
Deputy State Coroner Harriet Grahame has set deadlines for final submissions—counsel assisting the inquiry must submit by February 28, while police submissions are due by April 29, with all other contributions required by May 30, and responses by June 13. The coroner will then schedule a date for her findings.
The inquest has scrutinised various search efforts and the potential role of William’s foster mother in disposing of his body, with suggestions that the couple feared losing custody of another child if the incident came to light. Although she denies any involvement, no evidence was found indicating that anyone moved William’s remains, though theories about wild dogs potentially being involved have been discussed.
A $1 million reward remains on offer for information leading to William’s recovery, amidst a decade-long investigation with numerous persons of interest and extensive searches.