Forty years after she went missing, police are again appealing for information regarding the disappearance of Annastaes (Anna) Banitskas.
Anna Banitskas was 15-years-old the last time her family saw her in 1974.
“It’s the not knowing that’s the worst,” Anna’s sister Loretta Pantou said.
“There are so many options for what could have happened. Did she meet with foul play? Did she choose to leave? Questions like that keep you up at night. Our family has no closure.”
At around 7.00 am on Tuesday 27 August 1974, Anna left her home to catch a bus from nearby Kingsway Drive, Lalor, to work. She never arrived.
“We know it’s been a long time, but we still believe there is someone out there with information relating to Anna’s case,” Detective Senior Constable Craig Hall said.
“Any piece of information, big or small, could help us bring closure to Anna’s family.
“We encourage anyone who may have something to say to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
“Hopefully with the help of the public, we’ll be able to give some long overdue peace of mind to the Banitskas family.”
Anna was last seen wearing grey pants, a white jumper and brown shoes on the day of her disappearance.
Anyone with any information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential crime report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
