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Man Charged in Mount Waverley Murders of Pregnant Woman and Partner

Police have begun post-mortems

Overview

  • A 34-year-old man known to the victims was arrested and charged with two counts of murder after police found the bodies late Monday.
  • The victims were identified as 39-year-old Athena Georgopoulos, who was five months pregnant, and her 50-year-old partner Andrew Gunn.
  • Investigators reported that Gunn’s head was found placed on a spike and are probing whether disturbing graffiti outside the unit is linked to the killings.
  • Homicide Detective Inspector Dean Thomas has called the incident a targeted attack and said no other suspects are being sought.
  • Athena’s family has said she was elated about becoming a first-time mother and authorities have offered support to neighbours affected by the crime.