Dad Charged with Domestic Violence Murder as Wife and 11-Week-Old Baby Found Dead in Australia Home
A tragic and horrifying incident unfolded in Central Queensland, Australia, as a man was charged with murder after his wife and 11-week-old baby daughter were discovered lifeless in their home. Matthew Cox, the father of the newborn, has been charged with two counts of domestic violence murder following the devastating discovery. Emergency teams were urgently called to the Rockhampton residence on Thursday morning, where they found the bodies of 30-year-old Tayla Cox and their baby girl, Murphy Margaret.
The distressing event took an unexpected turn when Cox left Rockhampton and traveled to Brisbane on Tuesday, staying at an apartment. It was reported that he then voluntarily visited the Fortitude Valley police station in Brisbane to inform officers that his wife and child had tragically lost their lives. Upon their arrival at the scene, the police were met with a horrifying sight, with a substantial amount of blood present in the house.
This is a very difficult and confronting scene for police and emergency services, and we will be working hard to determine exactly what has occurred, stated Queensland Police. Investigators have confirmed that there was no known history of domestic violence between the couple. The investigation is ongoing to shed light on the tragic events that unfolded within the family home.
The parents of Matthew Cox, Denis Cox and Linda Lind, expressed their shock and devastation following the loss of their daughter-in-law and granddaughter. We have lost a beautiful daughter-in-law, Tayla, but also our much-loved granddaughter, Murphy. At this stage, we have very few other details, and we are in an absolute state of shock, said Cox’s parents to the Courier Mail.
Additional investigations led authorities to establish a second crime scene at an apartment complex on Constance Street, Fortitude Valley, where the suspect had reportedly been staying. Furthermore, a vehicle found at Rockhampton airport was seized and taken for forensic examination.
Detective Superintendent Darrin Shadlow stated that the crime scene investigators will remain at the scene for several days to gather crucial evidence. Cox is scheduled to appear in Brisbane Magistrates Court on Friday to face the charges against him.
This heartbreaking incident serves as a somber reminder of the devastating consequences of domestic violence. The loss of a young mother and her innocent child is a tragic event that has sent shockwaves through the community. The investigation will continue in an effort to uncover the truth behind this unfathomable tragedy.
