Busselton, Western Australia – Authorities have charged a second individual in connection with the murder of a 38-year-old woman in Busselton, a town located southwest of Perth. The victim was discovered deceased on a Friday evening, prompting law enforcement to visit a residence to conduct a welfare check.
On Monday, detectives announced that a 28-year-old woman had been arrested and charged with murder, following the arrest of a 26-year-old man on the same charge the day before. Investigators revealed that the man was acquainted with the victim, although the exact nature of their relationship remains unclear. Another woman is currently assisting officials in their ongoing investigation.
According to police statements, the woman is believed to have passed away on Thursday evening. Both the accused man and woman are scheduled to appear in Bunbury Magistrates Court for their legal proceedings.
Authorities are urging anyone who may have witnessed a man and a woman, holding a toddler and riding an e-scooter from Busselton to Margaret River between 6pm on Thursday and 8pm on Friday, to come forward with any relevant information, including dash-cam footage. The search for additional evidence and testimonies is crucial in shedding light on the circumstances surrounding the tragic incident.