Resolution in cold case

It was Geelong’s most infamous cold case for 23 years, but murdered teenager Ricky Balcombe finally has justice with Karl Hague found guilty of his murder.

Finally Ricky’s family has justice. A pity he wasn’t caught back when it happened. That monster got to live his life; Ricky didn’t. Donna Feetham

As a now-retired welfare officer who worked with the people who were there and tried to help Ricky, I’m just pleased that this is finally over for everyone. Maureen McCarthy

About time. The cops knew who did it long ago but needed hard evidence. Glad they finally got the mug. Errell Braddy

You may now rest in peace, Ricky. Gail McFeeters

About bloody time. Naomi Broughton

I’m glad that Ricky and his family have justice at last. May it bring peace to you all. Lydia Amesha Govelli

Justice prevails. Congratulations to the police on all of their hard work. Thoughts go out to Ricky’s family. Justice for Ricky at last. Cheree Tonkin

Finally, it has come to an end. I was a close friend of his father when we were kids and remember hearing about it when it happened, it was a shock, such a tragic thing. Heather Giles

I remember this like yesterday. Jason P Bowen

What a shocking crime. Ky Murphy

About bloody time. Ricky was an awesome young man with a huge personality and an even bigger smile. Hope you are now resting in peace. Sara Smith

Good, about bloody time. Another rotten apple off the streets, locked away where he belongs. Danny Miller Searle

Awesome effort by Vic Police. Just shows that when they know it’s you, you’ll eventually cop it sweet. Craig Bos Wootton

It was an awesome outcome — never give up. Margaret Bartlett