Schoolgirl's alleged killer 'lived just 500m' from where body was dumped
The man charged with the murder of Melbourne schoolgirl Kylie Maybury, reportedly lived just 500m away from the spot where her body was found.
Kylie was just six-years-old when she was raped and murdered after being plucked from the street while she was going to get a pack of sugar on Melbourne Cup Day 1984.
The horrific crime took place while Kylie was walking the 150 metres from her home in Gregory Grove, Preston, to the shop in Plenty Road.
Kylie Maubury was six when she was raped and murdered. Photo: 7 News
Her mother, Julie Maybury, came face to face with accused killer Gregory Keith Davies for the first time on Friday, June 10 as he appeared in the Melbourne Magistrates Court behind the glass.
News Corp reports the accused killer, known as Keith, lived at his parents house in Gordon Grove, Preston, for a number of years.
His mother was reportedly living in the home when Kylie was found dead.
Accused murderer Gregory Keith Davies appeared in court earlier this month. Photo: 7 News
A friend of the Davies family told News Corp: “The Davies family home is just around the corner from where Kylie’s body was left in the gutter."
Police allege Davies imprisoned and raped the six-year-old on November 6 and murdered her on November 7.
The now-elderly man, was arrested at his Waterford Park home on Thursday, June 9.
At his first court hearing Davies wasn't required to say anything and appeared emotionless. It was reported he sometimes glanced around the courtroom.
His lawyer said Davies needed medical attention for a pre-existing back and rib injury as well as high blood pressure.
Kylie's body was found dumped in a gutter in Preston early the next day. Photo: 7 News
Davies was remanded in custody for a scheduled appearance on September 29.
A forensic procedure will likely be carried out before then, the court heard.
Police investigating Kylie's killing are still seeking further information.
Police allege Davies falsely imprisoned and raped the 6-year-old on November 6 and murdered her on the 7th. Photo: 7 News
This image from 1984 shows detectives escorting the six-year-old girl's body. Photo: 7 News
They have urged two anonymous callers who provided information in the weeks and years after the death to come forward.
One witness, who called two weeks after the killing, said a white Holden Kingswood station wagon was involved.
A second person, who called in May 1997, nominated a person of interest.
This is the white Holden Kingswood station wagon was involved in Kylie's death. Photo: 7 News
Investigators are urging for two anonymous callers who provided information in the weeks around the girl's murder. Photo: 7 News
The station wagon had also been mentioned by a girl during the search for Kylie on the night of her disappearance.
That girl, who would now be aged in her 40s, is also being asked to come forward.
Anyone with information is encouraged to call Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000 or use the Crime Stoppers online reporting page.
