WA Premier Condemns 'Senseless' Murder of Mother and Daughter, Calls for Tougher Gun Laws
May 27, 2024WA Premier Roger Cook condemned the 'senseless' and 'horrific' murder of Jennifer and Gretl Petelczyc.
The mother and daughter were killed by a 63-year-old gunman searching for his ex-wife in Floreat, WA.
The gunman shot the women at their home before taking his own life.
Premier Cook called for more action against domestic violence and is considering tightening gun laws.
Police clarified that the victims were not related to the perpetrator, ruling out family violence.
Jennifer and Gretl were valued members of the University of Western Australia's Water Polo Club.
The club's members are struggling with the loss, urging the community to unite for a safer world.
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The Guardian • May 26, 2024
WA premier Roger Cook says murder of mother and daughter in Perth home ‘senseless’ and ‘chilling’The Sydney Morning Herald • May 26, 2024
Murdered Floreat mother was doing what any good friend would: Premier CookThe Age • May 26, 2024
Murdered Floreat mother was doing what any good friend would: Premier CookThe West Australian • May 26, 2024
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