Stabbed to Pieces: Tamika's Horrifying Act Pulls a Small Australian Town into Darkness
Partner of a reality star brutally murdered, however, the victim's severed head remains undiscovered.
Tamika Chesser, once a glamorous beauty from Port Lincoln, now sits as a prime suspect in the brutal dismemberment and beheading of her partner Julian Story.
Uncovering the Dark Side of a Once-Beloved Local
The former reality TV star, now 34, has been confined to a psychiatric facility, leaving the small town in shock.
Key Points
- Tamika Chesser brutally kills her partner, Julian Story, in Australia.
- Victim's dismembered body, including his severed head, has not been found.
- Police focus on Tamika's movements and seek public assistance.
- Port Lincoln residents mourn Julian while trying to cope with the gravity of the situation.
Recap
Dreaming of stardom, Tamika Chesser showcased a polished image on Instagram, posting as a model and actress. But beneath the glitz and glamour, there lurked a sinister side.
Reports suggest that the murder of Julian Story took place on the early morning of June 17, 2025. Police believe Tamika, 34, dismembered his body and scattered the remains around Port Lincoln. Journalists from 7news and ABC attest to this account [1][4].
As a young adult, Tamika gained some notoriety when she competed on the reality TV show "Beauty and the Geek" in 2010 [2][3][5]. Now, the former contestant stands accused of a gruesome crime that captivates the nation.
In the Wake of Chaos
Emergency services were called to a fire at Julian's apartment on June 19. A neighbor approached Tamika outside the charred unit, only to be met with silence. Inside, the emergency responders found Julian's mutilated corpse, leaving authorities to search for his missing head.
Despite an extensive hunt, Julian's head remains unfound. Meanwhile, the 15,000 residents of Port Lincoln bid farewell to the victim [1]. Port Lincoln Mayor Diana Mislov, who knew the victim personally, expressed sympathy for the devastated family.
The Hunt Continues
Police are appealing to the public for help, using images of the clothing Tamika wore during the critical period surrounding the crime to aid investigation efforts. As the town attempts to come to terms with the unfathomable tragedy, they can only hope for more answers [1].
[1] - South Australia Police Press Release, 2025[2] - 7news, "Former reality TV star in custody over murder in Australia," June 26, 2025[3] - ABC, "Family and friends mourn victim of dismembered murder in Port Lincoln," June 28, 2025[4] - News.com.au, "Exposed: The dark secrets behind one of Australia's most disturbed reality stars," July 1, 2025[5] - Daily Mail, "Beauty and the Geek' star Tamika Chesser charged with brutal murder of partner," June 24, 2025
- The shocking murder of Julian Story, a locally renowned figure, has catapulted Port Lincoln's general-news scene into national focus, as investigations into the crime-and-justice aspect of the tragedy unfold.
- As the search for Tamika Chesser, the prime suspect in the horrific crime, continues, political discussions arise about potential reforms in Australia's criminal justice system, sparked by this chilling event.
