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Wave of Domestic-Violence-Related Homicides Shocks New South Wales
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The Weekend’s Fatal Incidents
Within a 24-hour period in early September 2026, three women were killed in separate domestic-violence-related attacks across New South Wales (NSW).
- Bondi Beach, Sydney – A woman in her 90s was found with multiple stab wounds at a unit on Bondi Beach on Saturday afternoon and died at the scene. Her grandson, Sergei Mitnik, was charged with murder.
- Wagga Wagga (Kooringal) – A 23-year-old woman was discovered stabbed to death inside a home on Saturday morning. Adam Mark Perrim, 31, was later arrested and charged with her murder.
- Mole River, Northern Tablelands – A 70-year-old woman was found dead after police arrested a 37-year-old man who had entered a neighbouring property, attempted to steal a vehicle and assaulted the male resident. The man was charged with murder.
All three cases were linked to domestic relationships, and the suspects were taken into custody without bail.
Timeline of Key Developments
- Saturday (early September 2026) – Stabbings of the 90-year-old woman (Bondi) and the 23-year-old woman (Wagga Wagga).
- Saturday night – Murder of the 70-year-old woman (Mole River) following a burglary-related assault.
- Sunday – Court appearances of the three suspects; none applied for bail.
- September 24 – Sergei Mitnik is due to appear at Downing Centre Local Court. *(deadline)*
- November 18 – Adam Mark Perrim is scheduled to appear in court. *(scheduled)*
Data & Statistics
- The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare reports that a woman was killed by an intimate partner every 11 days in 2024-25.
- The three deaths occurred within a single 48-hour window, highlighting a concentration of lethal domestic violence incidents.
Official Statements & Responses
- Premier Chris Minns expressed “shocking” grief, saying families are “dealing with unimaginable grief.”
- Minister for Work Health and Safety Sophie Cotsis called the loss of three women “absolutely tragic” and affirmed that the government takes domestic-violence prevention “very, very seriously.”
- Federal Minister for Women Katy Gallagher acknowledged the “unacceptable levels” of violence and pledged additional funding as part of a “whole-of-community response.”
- Domestic Violence Commissioner Micaela Cronin described the weekend’s events as “deeply shocking and distressing.”
On-the-Ground Reports
He emphasized the need for community reporting to enable preventive action.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Such tragedy, such horrific events that have touched the whole community.” — Deputy Commissioner Peter McKenna, police deputy commissioner
What’s Next
- Sergei Mitnik will appear before Downing Centre Local Court on September 24.
- Adam Mark Perrim is scheduled to appear in court on November 18.
These hearings will determine whether the accused will face further restrictions or mental-health assessments, as their defence teams have raised concerns about medication effects and mental-health status.
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The spate of lethal domestic-violence incidents has reignited calls across political parties and advocacy groups for stronger prevention measures, tighter legal responses, and community-wide vigilance.