Victoria Police, published 31 Oct 2025
Detectives from the Missing Persons Squad have announced a $1 million reward for information in relation to the suspicious disappearance of Moorabbin man Derek Williams in 1987.
Derek, who was 46 at the time, was reported missing by his housemate.
He was last seen at his business, Williams Printing Services on Kilpa Road in Moorabbin, at approximately 4.30pm on Wednesday, 7 January 1987.
Derek’s vehicle was located in its usual position outside the business.
There hasn’t been any activity since this date to suggest that Derek is still alive. Derek was very focussed on his work and was operating a financially successful business.
He was wearing a grey jacket, blue shirt and tie and pants at the time.
At the time of his disappearance he didn’t have a partner or children.
Investigators are of the belief that Derek has met with foul play and are seeking public assistance to help identify those involved.
A reward of up to $1 million will be paid at the discretion of the Chief Commissioner of Police, for information leading to the apprehension and subsequent conviction of the person or persons responsible for the death of Derek Williams.
The Director of Public Prosecutions will consider, according to established guidelines, the granting of indemnification from prosecution to any person who provides information as to the identity of the principal offender or offenders in this matter.
Detectives from the Missing Persons Squad have announced a $1 million reward for information in relation to the suspicious disappearance of Moorabbin man Derek Williams in 1987.
Derek, who was 46 at the time, was reported missing by his housemate.
He was last seen at his business, Williams Printing Services on Kilpa Road in Moorabbin, at approximately 4.30pm on Wednesday, 7 January 1987.
Derek’s vehicle was located in its usual position outside the business.
There hasn’t been any activity since this date to suggest that Derek is still alive. Derek was very focussed on his work and was operating a financially successful business.
He was wearing a grey jacket, blue shirt and tie and pants at the time.
At the time of his disappearance he didn’t have a partner or children.
Investigators are of the belief that Derek has met with foul play and are seeking public assistance to help identify those involved.
A reward of up to $1 million will be paid at the discretion of the Chief Commissioner of Police, for information leading to the apprehension and subsequent conviction of the person or persons responsible for the death of Derek Williams.
The Director of Public Prosecutions will consider, according to established guidelines, the granting of indemnification from prosecution to any person who provides information as to the identity of the principal offender or offenders in this matter.
