Police and family renew appeal for information on Simon Knight, missing from Redfern since 2005

Police have renewed their appeal for information into the disappearance of Simon Knight, a Redfern man who vanished in 2005. They are offering $250,000 for answers.

A $250,000 reward remains on offer for information into Simon Knight’s disappearance, who went missing in July 2005.

Police have renewed their appeal for public assistance in the mysterious disappearance of Redfern man Simon Knight, who was last seen 20 years ago.

Simon Knight, a 32-year-old chef, was last seen on the morning July 21, 2005, at a hotel on Crown St in Surry Hills and when he failed to show up for his shift at a cafe in Newtown later that day he was reported missing.

Despite extensive investigations and a second coronial inquest in 2015 that concluded Simon had likely died, no body has ever been found and the exact circumstances of his disappearance remain unknown.

Simon was described as caucasian, 183cm tall, with red hair, blue eyes, a fair complexion, and facial hair. He was last seen wearing a dark green T-shirt and blue jeans.

Minister for Police and Counter-terrorism Yasmin Catley said Simon’s family deserves answers, even after so many years.

Simon Knight was last seen at a hotel on Crown St 20 years ago.

A $250,000 reward is on offer for any information that could solve the missing person case of Simon Knight.

“Losing a loved one is devastating, but the not knowing makes the loss so much harder,” she said.

“Today we appeal to anyone who might have the smallest piece of information, which can help police bring answers about Simon’s disappearance for the Knight family.”

A $250,000 reward remains on offer for information into Simon Knight’s disappearance, who went missing in July 2005.

Simon’s father, Bob Knight said although it has now been 20 years since Simon’s disappearance, our family are very grateful to the police for their assistance and the work they have done to find out what happened to Simon.

“Our family are still waiting, hoping one day we will get answers and closure,” said Mr Knight.

“So please if you know anything, please get in touch with the police or Crime Stoppers.”

Simon Knight worked as a chef in Newtown and at several other venues across Sydney.

He was described as well-liked by friends and colleagues,

Acting Superintendent Christopher Hill will join members of Mr Knight’s family to address the media in a renewed plea for information Monday morning.

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