Julian Story was found dead in Port Lincoln, South Australia, in 2024 after a brutal attack involving dismemberment and fire. Authorities later charged Tamika Chesser in a case that drew widespread national attention due to its extreme violence.

Julian Story was killed in Port Lincoln, South Australia, in June 2024 in a crime that shocked the country because of its brutality. Police alleged that Story was murdered inside a residence before efforts were made to destroy evidence through fire and dismemberment. Tamika Chesser, a former reality television contestant, was later charged in connection with the killing. The case quickly attracted significant media coverage due to the disturbing allegations and the circumstances surrounding the discovery of Story’s remains.
Emergency services responded to a house fire in Port Lincoln where investigators discovered evidence of a violent crime. Police later alleged that Julian Story had been killed, dismembered, and partially burned inside the property. The scene required extensive forensic examination due to the fire damage and condition of the remains. Investigators treated the residence as a major crime scene while specialists worked to recover evidence.
Police launched a homicide investigation immediately following the discovery at the residence. Forensic evidence, witness statements, and examinations of the property formed a central part of the case. Tamika Chesser was arrested and charged with murder along with related offences connected to interfering with human remains and destroying evidence. Authorities continued gathering forensic and digital evidence following the arrest.
Tamika Chesser was charged with the murder of Julian Story. Court proceedings are ongoing.
The case received major media attention in Australia due to the severity of the allegations and Chesser’s prior television profile.
Julian Story was found dead in Port Lincoln, South Australia, in 2024 after a brutal attack involving dismemberment and fire. Authorities later charged Tamika Chesser in a case that drew widespread national attention due to its extreme violence.

Former reality TV contestant Tamika Chesser, known from Beauty and the Geek, is now facing a murder charge after her boyfriend Julian Story was found dismembered in their Australian apartment — with police still searching for his missing head. Authorities believe surveillance footage shows Chesser walking her dog just hours after the gruesome crime, and they’re asking the public for help locating key evidence. Law&Crime’s Chris Stewart has the details on this episode of On the Case. If you received Depo-Provera birth control shots and were later diagnosed with a brain or spinal tumor called meningioma, you may be eligible for a lawsuit. Visit https://forthepeople.com/lcdepo to start a claim now! Become a Law&Crime YouTube Member for Exclusive Perks: https://bit.ly/LCMembersOnly Subscribe to Law&Crime Network: https://bit.ly/LawAndCrimeNetwork Become a Sponsor of Law&Crime's Leading Shows: https://lawandcrime.com/sales/ Host: Chris Stewart Editor: Curtis Lee-Tai Hosang #RealityTV #Reality #LawAndCrime STAY UP-TO-DATE WITH THE LAW&CRIME NETWORK: Watch Law&Crime Network on YouTubeTV: https://bit.ly/3td2e3y Where To Watch Law&Crime Network: https://bit.ly/3akxLK5 Sign Up For Law&Crime's Daily Newsletter: https://bit.ly/LawandCrimeNewsletter Read Fascinating Articles From Law&Crime Network: https://bit.ly/3td2Iqo Submit Tips to Law&Crime: tips@lawandcrime.com For Advertising Inquiries, Please Contact: sales@lawandcrime.com For Licensing Inquiries, Please Contact: licensing@lawandcrime.com LAW&CRIME NETWORK SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawandcrime/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/LawCrimeNetwork Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawandcrime Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/lawandcrimenetwork TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawandcrime LAW&CRIME NETWORK PODCASTS: https://lawandcrime.com/podcasts/ SUBSCRIBE TO ALL OF LAW&CRIME NETWORK YOUTUBE CHANNELS: Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@LawAndCrime/ BodyCam: https://www.youtube.com/@lawandcrimebodycam Trials: https://www.youtube.com/@lawandcrimetrials Investigates: https://www.youtube.com/@LawAndCrimeInvestigates Scandal: https://www.youtube.com/@crimesofpassionpod