Reward 30 years on for details on Marion Sandford

THIRTY years after the disappearance of Cammeray woman Marion Sandford, the State Government has posted a $100,000 reward for information into the case.

Acting Police Minister David Campbell said Ms Sandford, a New Zealander, disappeared in January, 1980, and was presumed murdered.

“Marion Sandford was last seen by her brother Peter Sandford around January 24, 1980, at their home in Cammeray,” Mr Campbell said.

“Just three days later, Peter received a letter claiming to be from Marion, letting him know she was all right and that she’d be away until later that week.

That was the last contact anyone has had with Marion, that we know of.”

Detective Sergeant Robert George, of Harbourside Local Area Command, said that, at the time of her disappearance, Ms Sandford was known to police.

“In 2002, Marion’s disappearance was investigated in connection with the disappearance of two other women - Linda Davie, who was last seen in St Leonards in April, 1980, and Mary Wallace, last seen in Crows Nest in September, 1983,” he said.

“One other line of inquiry has been the potential involvement in the supply of drugs in the area.

“We are reviewing any links Marion may have had with a heroin importation syndicate.”

Detective Sergeant George said NSW Police had worked with the NZ Consulate and NZ Police.

“While we’ve had a number of leads, every one so far has unfortunately gone cold,” he said.

Mr Campbell said police wanted to hear from anyone who knew Ms Sandford, whether they were friends, relatives or associates.

“The Sandford family deserves closure and the community expects justice,” Mr Campbell said.

“I urge anyone with any information - no matter how small or insignificant you may think (it) is - to come forward to their local police station or call Crime Stoppers anonymously on 1800 333 000.”