Australian Teenager Charged with Killing Mother, Attempting to Murder Sister The arrest of a 16 year old boy in Perth, Western Australia, for allegedly murdering his mother and attempting to kill his sister has sent shockwaves across the nation.
The incident raises uncomfortable questions about family violence, its prevalence in Australian society, and the devastating impact it can have on innocent lives.
Family violence is a pervasive issue in Australia, with one in three women experiencing physical or sexual abuse from a partner before the age of 45.