Greg Lynn convicted for murder of Carol Clay in Wonnangatta Valley

In a recent development, the Victorian Supreme Court has released footage of Greg Lynn's police interview following his conviction for the murder of Victorian camper Carol Clay. The former airline pilot was found guilty of one count of murder, specifically for the death of Carol Clay, but was acquitted of the murder of Russell Hill. The court heard that Hill and Clay, aged 74 and 73 respectively, were camping together when they both died. Lynn, 57, had pleaded not guilty to both murder charges. During the trial, Lynn maintained his innocence and provided a detailed account of the events that transpired in March 2020 at the remote Wonnangatta Valley camp. He claimed that a struggle over a shotgun led to Clay being shot in the head and Hill being fatally wounded with a knife. Lynn's version of events was supported by the prosecution's witnesses, despite the tragic outcome for both victims. The families of Hill and Clay expressed a mix of relief and devastation at the verdicts, acknowledging the challenging circumstances they have endured over the past four years. Following Lynn's arrest in November 2021, the police investigation revealed the sequence of events leading to the deaths of Hill and Clay. Lynn's defense attorney argued that his client had cooperated with authorities, answering over a thousand questions and providing a consistent narrative of the incidents. Despite facing intense police interrogation and scrutiny, Lynn stood by his account of the events leading to the tragic deaths at the campsite. The jury deliberated on the evidence presented, including Lynn's interactions with the victims and his actions in the aftermath of the incident. As the legal proceedings unfolded, details emerged about Lynn's past and his relationships, including allegations from relatives of his first wife about living in fear of him. The jury was not informed of certain statements and actions by Lynn, raising questions about his credibility and motives. The court's decision to convict Lynn for one murder charge while acquitting him of the other reflects the complexities of the case and the challenges in establishing the truth behind the tragic deaths of Carol Clay and Russell Hill.