Boy, 5, found dead in NSW home was duct-taped into sleeping bag, blindfolded, police say
The family had been on the radar of the Department of Communities and Justice for at least a year.
First reported 58 minutes ago · latest update 58 minutes ago
“DCJ is working with NSW Police on their inquiries. Given there is an active investigation, it would be inappropriate to comment further.”
It is unclear if the family was subject to regular monitoring by DCJ. A post-mortem examination will be held to determine the child’s cause of death.
The surviving children have been moved to live with relatives. No arrests or charges have been laid.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Support is available from the National Sexual Assault, Domestic Family Violence Counselling Service at 1800RESPECT (1800 737 732) or the Men’s Referral Service on 1300 766 491.
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Boy, 5, found dead in NSW home was duct-taped into sleeping bag, blindfolded, police say
The family had been on the radar of the Department of Communities and Justice for at least a year.
58 minutes ago · Daniel Lo SurdoBoy, 5, found dead in NSW home was duct-taped into sleeping bag, blindfolded, police say
The family had been on the radar of the Department of Communities and Justice for at least a year.
58 minutes ago · Daniel Lo Surdo