On New Year’s Eve, 1998, 15-year-old Kirsty Bentley went out to walk her beloved dog Abby in Ashburton, New Zealand. Hours later, Abby was found tied to a tree near the river — but Kirsty had vanished without a trace. Days later, her body was discovered in a remote area, sparking one of the most haunting murder mysteries in New Zealand’s history.

In this episode of Rogue Darkness, we dive deep into the timeline, chilling details, and lingering questions surrounding Kirsty’s tragic death. Who was responsible? Why was Abby found tied up where she disappeared? And why has this case remained unsolved for more than two decades?

Join me as we explore the unsettling story of Kirsty Bentley — a case that still haunts both investigators and the community to this day.

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