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Husband Arrested in Alleged Murder of Queensland Psychologist

Robert Crawford was detained following the investigation into the death of his wife, Frances Crawford, found near a lawnmower in July.

  • Frances Crawford, a 49-year-old psychologist, was found dead near a ride-on lawnmower at her home in Upper Lockyer, Queensland, on July 30.
  • Police have arrested her husband, Robert Crawford, a 47-year-old Royal Australian Air Force squadron leader, in connection with her alleged murder.
  • Initial reports suggested the incident involved a lawnmower rollover, but police later treated her death as a potential murder.
  • Detectives received crucial information from the public after a global appeal for witnesses, aiding the investigation.
  • Frances Crawford's family expressed relief at the progress in the case, praising police efforts in supporting them during this time.
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