A criminal psychologist noted that the deaths of two women within a span of two months has caused a dark cloud to hang over the community.
A man was charged with murder after a woman’s body was discovered in a burnt-out vehicle in a region near the city of Ballarat in Victoria.
Hannah McGuire, a 22-year-old from Clunes, was reported missing by her family on Friday morning.
Her body was found in Scarsdale, about 10 kilometers away from the city.
Homicide Squad detectives arrested two men from the Sebastopol suburb on Sunday afternoon.
They were later released. A man was later charged with murder. He was due to appear in court on Tuesday.
According to police, the 21-year old suspect was charged with murder and will appear in court on Tuesday.
The residents of the small community of Clunes rallied around the McGuire family following the tragic incident.
Hannah was reportedly a kind and vibrant individual who was known for her heart of gold.
To help the family with the funeral costs, the local cricket club launched an online fundraising campaign.
According to the club, Hannah was a bright and vibrant individual who was known for her heart of gold.
All of the money raised will go to the funeral expenses of her family.
The cricket club noted that the family had to close their business due to the incident, and the additional funds will help them get back up and running.
Hannah’s parents own the National Hotel in the town of Clunes, and the business has been temporarily closed.
The Eureka Netball Club, where she used to play, also offered its condolences to her family.