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Accused Melbourne CBD Stabber Drops Bail Bid, Remains in Custody

Scrutiny has shifted to the Make Room supportive housing model after officials confirmed the accused had been living there.

Overview

  • Lauren Darul, 32, withdrew her bail application and will stay on remand, with her next court date set for November 25.
  • Court reporting says Darul now faces 17 charges stemming from the October 2 attack on 36-year-old sushi chef Wan Lai.
  • Police and court documents state Darul was on bail at the time, had missed a medication and mental health appointment, and was reported missing from Make Room.
  • Lai suffered a hemo-pneumothorax requiring an emergency chest tube and has since relocated while continuing her recovery.
  • Lai’s family says meaningful contact from victim services only came after media coverage, as the housing minister ordered a review of Make Room’s safety and service model.