Rachel was found dead at her home in South Australia.

Her body was found under a pile of rubbish that had been set on fire, and that her carer and close friend made the discovery.

According to friends, she had been dating the man arrested in connection with her death, but had recently decided to end the relationship.

Friends described her as “a very loving person, and family-orientated.”

“Rachel was a quiet person who enjoyed her animals and watching movies by herself or with the company of friends. She could remember the lines of most of the movies that she loved.

AGE: 55
LOCATION: Mount Gambier, Australia
CAUSE OF DEATH:
DATE OF DEATH: February 5
SUSPECT: Troy Earle James
RELATIONSHIP TO VICTIM: Known
STATUS: Charged with murder