NOTICE: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers should be aware that this article includes the name and image of a deceased individual.
Authorities have confirmed that Julian Ingram was spotted roadside just two days following the alleged murder of three individuals. Police suspect that the accused is receiving assistance from the public to remain at large.
This afternoon, NSW Police Assistant Commissioner Andrew Holland revealed that Ingram, who also goes by Julian Pierpoint, was seen at a location on Kidman Way, approximately three kilometers south of Mt Hope, during the early hours between January 24 and 25.
Holland appealed to anyone with knowledge of Ingram’s location to come forward and contact the authorities.
The 37-year-old suspect is wanted in connection with the tragic shooting deaths at Lake Cargelligo, involving his former partner Sophie Quinn, 25, who was significantly pregnant, her friend John Harris, 32, and her aunt Nerida Quinn, 50. Additionally, 19-year-old Kaleb Macqueen was seriously injured in the incident on January 22.
Police continue their search under challenging conditions described by Holland as “oppressive,” with temperatures in western NSW consistently exceeding 40 degrees as their pursuit of the fugitive extends into its second week.
Holland said he believes Ingram is receiving help from members of the public to remain unsighted by police.
“After 12 days in this heat and the conditions he’s in, I do believe he’s getting help and we’re appealing to the members of the public to give us some support,” he said.
Holland today called a level two critical incident investigation into the alleged triple murder, which will examine the police response, as well as Ingram’s domestic violence history and how he got access to guns before the shooting.
“Fresh information has come forward and it’s given me reason to believe that the matter needs to be further investigated, hence my reasoning for creating the critical incident investigation,” Holland said.
Police are continuing a large-scale search surrounding Lake Cargelligo, including support from the Police AirWing, Tactical Operations and the Rescue and Bomb Disposal crews.
“We do believe he’s still got access to the main vehicle he was using, we’re not sure which vehicle he is using at present,” Holland said.
If you or someone you know are feeling worried or no good, you can connect with 13YARN on 13 92 76 (24 hours/7 days) and talk with an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Crisis Supporter.
Support is also available from the National Sexual Assault, Domestic and Family Violence Counselling Service at 1800RESPECT (1800 737 732).
