Celine Cremer: ‘compelling evidence’ human remains found in Tasmania belong to missing Belgian backpacker

Hiker disappeared in June 2023, aged 31, after departing for a walk near Cradle Mountain

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Tasmania police have confirmed remains found near the state’s Philosopher Falls last month have been provisionally identified as those of missing Belgian tourist Celine Cremer.

Cremer, who was 31, disappeared in June 2023 after heading to an ancient rainforest for a hike.