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Perth Family Tragedy: Four Found Dead in Mosman Park
30 Jan
Summary
- Two adults and two children were found deceased in Mosman Park.
- The family unit had engaged with care services due to health challenges.
- A note found at the scene led police to suspect murder-suicide.
In the Perth suburb of Mosman Park, four individuals, forming a family unit, were discovered deceased in their home this morning. Emergency services responded to a call from a concerned party around 8:15 AM, finding the bodies of a 50-year-old man, a 49-year-old woman, and two children aged 14 and 16.
Investigators are treating the incident as a suspected murder-suicide, significantly influenced by a note found at the residence. Detective Inspector Jessica Securo noted that the incident did not appear violent and no weapon was used. The family had no prior reported family violence matters.
It was revealed that both children had significant health challenges and had previously engaged with care services. Police described the scene as 'confronting' for the responding officers, who are receiving psychological support. The investigation into the full circumstances is ongoing.
