A Sydney family is being mourned as a loving and compassionate group after their tragic deaths, allegedly at the hands of their eldest son. The community is in shock as they remember the family’s warm nature.
In court today, Jacky Feng, 32, was the focus of proceedings, with his legal team highlighting his documented history of mental health challenges. The case has drawn attention due to its complex nature and the tragic loss involved.
Feng faces serious charges, accused of fatally stabbing his mother, Ruvena Lam, 65, his father, Charlie Feng, 64, and his 25-year-old brother, Justin. He is also charged with the attempted murder of his brother, Jason Feng.
Authorities report that after the alleged attack, Feng left the crime scene for approximately an hour. Upon his return, he was met by police who were already investigating the incident.
The lone survivor of the devastating event was 30-year-old Jason, who managed to call emergency services, sparking the police response.
Reflecting on the incident, Jacky’s former schoolmate, Ramon Christopher Navarro, expressed his disbelief, saying, “I can’t imagine what he’s going through right now.”
The family is being remembered by those who knew and loved them best as kind and quiet.
Friend Jonathan Dalangi said he “didn’t believe” what happened.
“I was shellshocked,” he told 9News.
“They were a quiet family, just a good family, average, normal.”
Navarro said Jacky was a nice and friendly guy.
Jacky Feng was known for his smarts at school, and worked as a plumber before recently graduating from a course.
Police allege he went on a rampage at his family home in Juliet Close at Rosemeadow at 1.30am on Sunday.
9News understands that police will allege in court that he was high on ice and experiencing psychosis at the time of the attack.
But his lawyer argued Feng has long suffered from mental health issues, asking the judge to conduct a psychiatric assessment.
“At the present moment, there are signs of mental health issues,” lawyer Javid Faiz said.
Feng will front court again in July.
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