Det.-Sgt. McDermott gave evidence as to the discovery of -the body. Upon first visiting the place, some 25 paces from the blood-stained patch he discovered what looked like a recently dug grave, 6ft. x 3ft., but nothing was found there on_ the loose earth being dug up- When the body was discovered on the evening of June 12, it was seen that it had been bound at the ankles and knees and anchored in the creek by means St a rope attached to a heavy stone. Analysis of the blood stains gave a negative result as to their being human blood.
Evidence of identification was given and the hearing was adjourned until Monday.
There are 15 more witnesses to be called for the prosecution.
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