Case Overview
Police have reopened the investigation into the unsolved murders of Joanne Teterin, 37, and Susan Kay, 32. Their bodies were discovered on May 17, 2000, at a home on Doran Street, Carrington, Newcastle. The two women were last seen alive on May 11, 2000. Both died from blunt force trauma.
Reward and New Evidence
On the anniversary of the discovery, NSW Police announced a $1 million reward for information leading to a conviction.
"A 2025 forensic review, involving retesting of over 150 exhibits, yielded significant results due to advances in DNA analysis."
Detective Superintendent Joe Doueihi confirmed that the specific nature of the new evidence has not been disclosed, but emphasized that it represents a major breakthrough in the case.
Key Line of Inquiry
Investigators are focusing on a single phone call made to the residence on the morning of May 11. The call was placed from a payphone located within 200 meters of the home.
Police believe the caller was a person known to Teterin who called to arrange a drug purchase. The investigation notes that Teterin required prior contact from visitors before allowing them entry. Anyone with information about this call is urged to come forward.
Family Statement
Susan Kay's sister, Desiree, expressed cautious hope regarding the new reward.
"A resolution would help with the family's grief."
She stated that she hopes the reward will encourage someone to provide information that has been withheld for over two decades.