How Ariel Bombara triggered an internal investigation into WA Police actions in weeks before Floreat murders
9 months, 3 weeks ago

How Ariel Bombara triggered an internal investigation into WA Police actions in weeks before Floreat murders

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Ariel Bombara's message was unambiguous. Mr Papalia said Ms Bombara "did not report an offence, or seek a response at that time in relation to anything that had happened historically." Just hours after Ms Bombara's statement, WA Police Commissioner Col Blanch fronted the media to explain what he knew, including that a family violence incident report had been lodged when the mother and daughter first went to a police station. WA Police Commissioner Col Blanch says there will be an internal investigation into the way officers engaged with Ariel Bombara and her family in the weeks before the murders. Federal Social Services Minister Amanda Rishworth, who is part of the review into the prevention of domestic violence, said it "certainly" appeared the response of WA Police in the lead-up to the Floreat murders was inadequate.

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Ariel Bombara recounts weeks of 'persistent dread' before father Mark Bombara killed Jennifer and Gretl Petelczyz
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Ariel Bombara recounts weeks of 'persistent dread' before father Mark Bombara killed Jennifer and Gretl Petelczyz

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Ariel Bombara, the daughter of Floreat double murderer Mark Bombara, has delivered an extraordinary account of living under "persistent dread" from her dictatorial and abusive father and denounced the heavy burden women carry for men's violence because of a system that does not protect them. WARNING: This story contains details that may distress some readers Ms Bombara delivered a speech …

Experts say police response to domestic violence complaints needs to evolve
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Experts say police response to domestic violence complaints needs to evolve

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Ariel Bombara's account of being failed by police resonated with the nation – it was shocking for some, but bitterly familiar for others. Listing off examples, Ms Hannah said one client called a regional police station to report a family restraining order breach but was told officers were "too busy" to deal with it. "Police don't always take claims made …

WA Police defend response to fears raised by Mark Bombara's wife and daughter in weeks before Floreat murders
9 months, 3 weeks ago

WA Police defend response to fears raised by Mark Bombara's wife and daughter in weeks before Floreat murders

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WA's police commissioner has defended the way police responded to concerns raised by the wife and daughter of Floreat double murderer Mark Bombara prior to the shootings, saying they "did exactly what their policy says they should do". Ms Bombara said she told police "my mother and I felt there was a real and imminent threat to our lives" and …

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