A devastating and shocking incident has rocked the community of Langwarrin in Melbourne’s south-east, as a 59-year-old woman lost her life to a brutal stabbing on Boxing Day morning.
Her 63-year-old husband has been charged with murder, leaving their adult children and loved ones in a state of distress.
A Christmas Celebration Turned Tragic
The couple had celebrated Christmas with their family the day before, and everything seemed normal. However, tragedy struck just hours later, when the husband called emergency services to their Wood Duck Court home around 6:30 am on Thursday. Police arrived to find the woman with fatal stab wounds, and she was pronounced deceased at the scene.
A Shocking Arrest
The Homicide Squad was quickly notified, and the 63-year-old husband was arrested at the scene. After a police interrogation, he was charged with murder. The couple had no prior record of family violence or criminal activity, making this incident all the more baffling and heartbreaking.
A Family in Mourning
The victim’s adult children have been notified and are said to be “distraught” over their mother’s sudden and senseless death. The community is still trying to come to terms with the tragedy, as the couple had only moved into their Langwarrin home a few months prior.
Investigation Underway
Police have established a crime scene at the home, and detectives are working tirelessly to piece together the events that led to the woman’s tragic death. A possible weapon has been found at the scene, and detectives are still scouring the home for evidence.
The Search for Answers Continues
As the investigation continues, the community is left searching for answers. How could this tragedy have occurred? What drove the husband to allegedly commit such a heinous crime? These questions will likely haunt the family and loved ones for months to come.
The 63-year-old accused is set to face Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on Thursday. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.