An Australian who tried to help the family of a missing Bali girl, who was later found murdered, will reportedly help the police investigation into the family who adopted her.
The case of Engeline has gripped Indonesia since she was reported missing from her Sanur home in May.
Three weeks after a social media-led campaign to find her, the eight-year-old's body was found buried under the chicken coop of her home, clutching a doll.
Police first arrested a guard who worked at the house but have since named Engeline's adopted mother, Margaret Christine Megawe, a suspect, and are investigating other family members.
In the latest twist in the case, Margaret's daughter is being investigated for trying to extort an Australian man who responded to the missing girl campaign.
Indonesian media reports say Sydney man Chris Burn contacted Yvonne and was told kidnappers were demanding a Rp 150 million ($15,000) ransom for Engeline.
He became suspicious when the woman continued to ask for money.
Bali police intend to interview him on Wednesday.
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