Philip Walsham Case Timeline By tommylom33 Feb 28, 1998 Phillip Walsham found dead near Stirling train station. Apr 2, 1998 All members in the group are taken in for questioning. Apr 20, 1998 The statemet for material facts which excludes them from association with Mr Walsham's death. Apr 25, 1998 Sam Fazzari and Jose Martinez are fined $1500 each for assault of Mr Walsham. Jan 1, 2001 Inspector Scott Higgins takes over Walsham case. Jan 1, 2003 Jose Martinez, Sam Fazzari, Carlos Pereiras and an unnamed juvenile, are summonsed before a coronial inquiry. Apr 7, 2003 Coroner Alastair Hope agrees the four threw Mr Walsham off the bridge. Mar 31, 2004 The four are arrested and charged with wilful murder of Mr Walsham. Apr 14, 2004 The juvenile is granted bail. Apr 18, 2005 The trial of Jose Martinez, Sam Fazzari and Carlos Pereiras commences. May 28, 2005 Justice Murray orders a retrial as the jury cannot reach a verdict. Mar 1, 2006 The 3 face their second trial. Jun 21, 2006 Jose Martinez, Sam Fazzari and Carlos Pereiras are sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum of 10 years served.
