$1 million reward to find mum’s killer
Toni Tiki, dead at 26, was found dead in Maroubra on January 1, 1996 with severe injuries that led police to believe she was murdered.
She was last seen at a New Year’s Eve party at the South Maroubra Surf Life Saving club around 1.30am, before leaving with an unidentified male friend.
Police have indicated the man, known to Ms Tiki, agreed to walk her home before deciding he wished to remain at the party, with the pair parting ways.
Ms Tiki was reported missing to Eastern Beaches Police Area Command by a friend on January 2.
Her body was discovered in scrubland near the surf club on January 5.
Homicide Squad Commander, Detective Superintendent Danny Doherty urged anyone with information on the historic crime to come forward.
“We’re hoping today’s $1 million reward will encourage anyone who may be still sitting on information about Toni’s death to come forward and talk to police,” Mr Doherty said.
“Toni was a mother and a loved member of her family who didn’t deserve what happened to her, but her family does deserve answers.”
The investigation was initially handled by detectives in the state crime command’s homicide squad.
Police Minister Yasmin Catley said the reward marked the state government’s commitment to bring Ms Tiki’s family closure.
“This announcement reinforces that even after nearly 30 years, NSW Police Force investigators remain committed to finding justice for Toni,” Ms Catley said.
“If you have any information, regardless of how small or insignificant you might think it is, please come forward.”
