Third person arrested in Hunter and charged

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In 2018, the couple were planning for their future together in New Zealand.

Mr Pullen was planning to be a full-time beekeeper. He intended to start the new venture when he returned from assisting with Australian bushfire fighting efforts.

But the couple’s plans were destroyed when Mr Pullen was killed in the early hours of September 29, 2018. His body was found by the side of the road at Carrington Street, Glenridding, near Singleton, after 5.30am.

On Monday at 9.10am, police went to a home in Whittingham, about 40 kilometres from Cessnock, where they arrested a 21-year-old woman.

She was taken to Singleton police station and charged with accessory after the fact to murder. She was refused bail and was due to appear at Muswellbrook Local Court on Monday.

Police will allege she concealed the car used in the incident.

Earlier this year, Joshua Knight and a woman, 30, were charged over Mr Pullen’s death. They remain before the courts.

Police will allege in court that Mr Knight was driving a white Toyota Hilux utility when Mr Pullen was struck.

They will also allege Mr Knight and the 30-year-old woman left the scene but that they returned in the Hilux a short time later and struck Mr Pullen on the head with an object while he was still alive. The object that was used remains under investigation.

In October, Hunter Valley Police District Crime Manager, Detective Inspector Matt Zimmer, said there was evidence from a witness and expert medical evidence that supported the scenario.

“I can also advise there is no evidence to suggest any interaction between the parties prior to Mr Pullen being struck by the motor vehicle,” he said.

Police have not ruled out further arrests.

Mrs Pullen has vowed she won’t give up until those responsible for her husband’s death are held to account.

She also praised the police who had worked tirelessly on her husband’s case.

“The dedication of the police force is humbling to know that they are not giving up; they are not letting anyone get away with it,” she said.