£20,000 reward for information on Cambridgeshire woman’s disappearance and murder

A £20,000 reward is being offered to those with information about the disappearance of Cambridgeshire woman Julie Buckley.

Police confirmed last month that they were treating the disappearance of the 54-year-old, from Christchurch, near March, as murder, although no body has been found.

Julie’s family are desperately searching for answers and wish to be able to lay their beloved daughter, sister, and friend to rest.

Today, the independent charity Crimestoppers has announced a reward of up to £20,000 for information about those involved in Julie’s disappearance and the whereabouts of her body.

Annabelle Goodenough, south east regional manager at Crimestoppers, told the Cambridge Independent: “Any piece of information you share could make a difference and could help bring Julie’s family the peace and closure they deserve.

“If you know something about Julie’s whereabouts, or about those who may have been involved in her murder, you can contact Crimestoppers and stay 100 per cent anonymous. Always.”

Julie was last seen on CCTV footage at a Budgens supermarket in March on 28 January. She was reported missing on 13 February.

Detective Inspector Richard Stott, said: “This is an incredibly difficult time for Julie’s family and loved ones. We believe that someone, somewhere has information that could significantly aid our efforts to find her.

“If you know anything about Julie’s disappearance or the circumstances surrounding it, we urge you to come forward.”

The reward will be payable to anyone who gives information directly to the charity which leads to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for Julie’s murder or the concealment of her body.

Karl Hutchings, 47, of Christchurch, Cambridgeshire, has been charged with murdering Julie. He denied the charge when he appeared at Cambridge Crown Court on 19 March.

Mr Hutchings has been remanded in custody until September 29 when he is due to stand trial at the same court.

Anyone with information can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org. Crimestoppers operates independently of the police and ensures confidentiality for all information shared.