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Tara Cosoleto

Former accused killer fails to get last charge tossed

A man once accused of murdering teenager Isla Bell has failed to toss his last remaining charge. (HANDOUT/VICTORIA POLICE)

A man previously charged with killing teenager Isla Bell will still face trial on a lesser charge after he lost his bid to have his case permanently stayed.

Marat Ganiev, 55, was initially charged with the murder of Ms Bell, 19, after her remains were found inside a fridge at a rubbish tip in 2024.

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