Discovery of Remains Intensifies Search for Missing Victorian Woman Lucinda Miller
Authorities recently discovered human remains while searching for Lucinda Miller, a 24-year-old woman from Victoria who went missing. She was last seen on October 16, 2022, after taking a rideshare service from Melbourne to her home in Neerim South, located in West Gippsland, at approximately 11:30 AM.
Renewed Search for Lucinda Miller
This week marked a significant effort to locate Miller, coinciding with the third anniversary of her disappearance. Police confirmed that the remains were found in bushland north of the initial search area, around McDougal Road, on the same date she was reported missing.
Details of the Discovery
- The remains were discovered on October 16, 2023.
- Police do not consider her death to be suspicious.
- Approximately 60 individuals participated in the renewed search.
Local authorities expressed their gratitude to various organizations, including the Neerim South CFA, SES, DEECA, and the AFP, for their support during the search. Police utilized specialized search dogs trained to detect electronic devices in hopes of locating Miller’s cellphone.
Community Involvement
Detectives have called on anyone who was in the bushland surrounding McDougal Road, near the Whitelaw Track intersection, to come forward with any information. They are particularly interested in locating Miller’s clothing and two vodka bottles she allegedly had with her during her last sighting.
The ongoing investigation seeks to piece together the events leading up to her disappearance while also providing closure to her family and friends.
