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Strike Force Tuno 2 Uncovers Unidentified Bone Fragments in 26-Year-Old Missing Persons Case

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Homicide detectives have been conducting a major search at a property in Nelligen, finding unidentified bone fragments for forensic examination in the ongoing investigation of missing man Paul Wheeler's disappearance. Wheeler, who vanished under mysterious circumstances on August 6, 1999, was once sergeant-at-arms of a Rebels bikie gang chapter. The search, led by Strike Force Tuno 2, has been ongoing since Tuesday, May 20, and has involved several excavators, police vehicles, drones, tents, and the SES on site.

Key Takeaways:

  • Strike Force Tuno 2 has been investigating the disappearance of Paul Wheeler, who vanished from Queanbeyan on August 6, 1999, after being dropped off at a pub by a friend.
  • The search at the property in Nelligen found unidentified bone fragments, which are being examined for forensic evidence.
  • The investigation is part of Strike Force Tuno 2's efforts to uncover organised crime and murders dating back to 1993, including the case of Terry Falconer.
  • Paul Wheeler's disappearance remains unsolved after 26 years, with the Homicide Squad actively investigating the case.
  • Strike Force Tuno 2 was formed in 2008 to investigate a series of murders related to Terry Falconer's case.
  • The Rebels bikie gang chapter was named in relation to Paul Wheeler's past involvement with the organisation.

Statistics:

  • 26 years have passed since Paul Wheeler's disappearance.
  • Strike Force Tuno 2 has been investigating organised crime and murders dating back to 1993.
  • 2008 was the year Strike Force Tuno 2 was formed to investigate a series of murders related to Terry Falconer's case.
  • 1999 was the year Paul Wheeler went missing while being sergeant-at-arms of a Rebels bikie gang chapter.
  • Several excavators, police vehicles, drones, tents, and the SES have been involved in the search at the property in Nelligen since May 20.

Sources:

  • NZ Herald (unspecified date)
  • ABC (unspecified date)
  • NSW Police State Crime Command (unspecified date)

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