The mother of Beau Lamarre-Condon, the NSW police officer accused of murdering TV presenter Jesse Baird and his partner Luke Davies, has broken her silence in an emotional statement.
Lamarre-Condon, 28, was charged with two counts of murder after human remains believed to belong to the missing couple were discovered in rural NSW. The case has sent shockwaves through Sydney's LGBTQ+ community and raised serious questions about police protocols.
A Mother's Anguish
In her first public comments since the arrest, Lamarre-Condon's mother described the situation as "every parent's worst nightmare". She expressed sympathy for the victims' families while maintaining her son's right to due process.
"Our hearts go out to the families affected by this terrible tragedy," she said. "We ask for privacy during this incredibly difficult time as the legal process takes its course."
Chilling Details Emerge
Court documents reveal disturbing details about the case, including allegations that Lamarre-Condon used his police-issued firearm in the killings. Investigators believe the murders occurred at Baird's Sydney home before the bodies were transported to a remote location.
The discovery came after friends raised the alarm when Baird, a former Network Ten presenter, failed to appear for work. Davies, a Qantas flight attendant, was reported missing soon after.
Community in Mourning
The deaths have devastated Sydney's LGBTQ+ community, where both victims were well-known and beloved figures. Vigils have been held across the city as friends and supporters come to terms with the loss.
Police Commissioner Karen Webb has vowed a thorough review of internal procedures, particularly regarding officers' access to firearms. "This is a tragedy on every level," Webb told reporters. "We will examine every aspect of this case to prevent such incidents in future."
Lamarre-Condon remains in custody awaiting trial, with prosecutors indicating they will argue the killings were premeditated. The case continues to unfold as forensic teams complete their examination of the crime scenes.
