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German backpacker Simone Strobel: $1 million reward for information about her murder

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Auch Hinweisgeber aus Deutschland können sich melden, bei der Kripo Würzburg, unter Tel. 0800-7733744. Oder bei Crime Stoppers in Australien, Tel. 1800 333 000. Source: Virginia Peters

In February 2005, 25-year-old German backpacker Simone Strobel disappeared in Lismore, New South Wales. Her naked body was discovered six days later, hidden under palm fronds. It is hoped a $1 million reward will now solve the mystery.

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In February 2005, 25-year-old German backpacker Simone Strobel disappeared in Lismore, New South Wales. Her naked body was discovered six days later, hidden under palm fronds. It is hoped a $1 million reward will now solve the mystery.

Crime Stoppers in Australia can be reached by calling 1800 333 000.

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