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Rajwinder Singh Found Guilty of 2018 Murder in Queensland

12/8/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Rajwinder Singh, 41, was found guilty of murdering Toyah Cordingley on Wangetti Beach, Queensland, in October 2018.
The jury deliberated for about seven hours after a four-week retrial.
Singh fled to India the day after the murder and was extradited in early 2023.
Evidence included DNA linking Singh to the crime scene and his car movements matching Cordingley's phone records.

History

Historical Context

In 2011, Australia and India established an extradition treaty to enhance cooperation in criminal justice. This treaty facilitated the extradition of Rajwinder Singh in early 2023, following his flight to India after the October 2018 murder of Toyah Cordingley. Such treaties are vital for addressing cross-border crimes and ensuring accountability, reflecting the growing importance of international legal frameworks.

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Story summary

Rajwinder Singh, 41, was found guilty of murdering Toyah Cordingley on Wangetti Beach, Queensland, in October 2018.
The jury deliberated for about seven hours after a four-week retrial.
Singh fled to India the day after the murder and was extradited in early 2023.
Evidence included DNA linking Singh to the crime scene and his car movements matching Cordingley's phone records.

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