IN BRIEF
- Police responded to a triple-zero call just before 8pm on Monday.
- A 47-year-old man was arrested at the scene.
This article contains references to domestic and family violence.
A man has been formally charged with three counts of murder following the discovery of his wife and two children’s bodies in a home, described by authorities as a “particularly violent” crime scene.
The tragic discovery was made in south-west Sydney after a distress call was made to emergency services shortly before 8 p.m. on Monday, according to police reports.
Upon arrival at the residence on Raymond Avenue in Campbelltown, officers found the bodies of two boys, aged four and 12, alongside a 46-year-old woman.
Authorities arrested a 47-year-old man at the scene. He was subsequently taken to Campbelltown Police Station, where he faced three murder charges and was denied bail.
The accused is scheduled to appear in Campbelltown Local Court later on Tuesday.
Acting superintendent Michael Moroney said police believe the three victims were the arrested man’s wife and children.
Despite the horrific nature of the crime, police had no prior knowledge of domestic violence incidents at the home.
“Whilst I can’t give you specific information in regards to how they passed, what I can tell you is that all three persons sustained significant injuries and it was a particularly violent crime scene,” Moroney told ABC News on Tuesday.
“What this does is really highlight the scourge that domestic violence is across society.”
The alleged murders follow a four-day police blitz on known domestic violence offenders by NSW Police that resulted in nearly 1,000 arrests.
Between Wednesday and Saturday, 993 people were arrested and 2,063 charges were laid, with 299 arrest warrants executed.
Police also seized 94 guns and 48 other weapons during Operation Amarok.
If you or someone you know is impacted by family and domestic violence, call 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732, text 0458 737 732, or visit 1800RESPECT.org.au. In an emergency, call 000.
The Men’s Referral Service, operated by No to Violence, can be contacted on 1300 766 491.
Readers seeking crisis support can ring Lifeline on 13 11 14 or text 0477 13 11 14, the Suicide Call Back Service on 1300 659 467 and Kids Helpline on 1800 55 1800 (for young people aged up to 25). More information and support with mental health is available at beyondblue.org.au and on 1300 22 4636.
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