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$750,000 reward offered to help solve Newcastle mum’s murder

Almost two decades have passed since Newcastle woman Roslyn Reay was found stabbed to death in her Cooks Hill home, on April 3, 2005. 

NSW Police have offered a $750,000 reward in the hopes of finally finding her killer.

The 52-year-old was found dead with multiple stab wounds after concerns were raised for her welfare, to this day no one has been charged with her murder.

'It haunts me to this day': $750,000 reward offered to help solve mum's murder
Roslyn Reay was found stabbed to death in her Newcastle home on April 3, 2005

Her daughter, Mandii, said the reward had given her hope of finally finding some answers.

“Mum was such a gentle soul, who’s greatest joy was derived from helping others,” Mandii said.

Detectives have been re-analysing evidence collected over the past 18 years, including items found at the crime scene, as part of a renewed investigation under the State Crime Command Homicide Squad’s Unsolved Homicide framework.

They hope today’s new reward of $750,000 for information which leads to an arrest and conviction for Roslyn’s death, will finally prompt someone to come forward.

Anyone with information that may assist Strike Force Oro 2 investigators is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

NSW Police have announced a $750,000 reward for information that leads to solving Roslyn Reay’s murder. (NSW Police)
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