'Significant errors' in 'preventable' death of baby in murder-suicide (opens original article in a new tab)

A coroner determined that the death of nine-month-old Kobi Shepherdson in a murder-suicide by her father could have been prevented due to significant errors by authorities, including inadequate risk assessment and failure to address his abusive behavior.

• Coroner found 'significant errors' in preventable death of 9-month-old Kobi Shepherdson during murder-suicide by her father
• Police risk assessment failed to reflect true danger to Kobi and her mother, who faced abusive behavior from father over months
• Judge recommended review of prisoner telephone service to prevent illegal contact with domestic violence victims and adoption of royal commission recommendations