The Family Court Murders

Explore the chilling narrative of 'The Family Court Murders', a gripping true crime book that uncovers a dark chapter in Australia’s history. This trade paperback, published by Random House Australia in 2014, meticulously details the harrowing events surrounding four murders and five bombings that shook Sydney from 1980 onwards. Written by award-winning investigative journalist Debi Marshall, this book dives deep into the failures of the judicial system, exposing how a supposed 'helping court' intended to aid families instead became the backdrop for a shocking series of violent crimes.

With a focus on the principal suspect, Leonard Warwick, who was only recently charged after three decades of investigations, this definitive account reveals the stories of frightened witnesses, grieving families, and the unrelenting search for justice. Delve into the unanswered questions that linger in this infamous cold case, as Marshall takes readers along her investigative journey into fear, secrecy, and the unvarnished truth.

Meticulously researched, 'The Family Court Murders' highlights the unresolved issues within the Family Court system, providing readers with a profound understanding of how personal grievances can spiral into unimaginable violence. Perfect for true crime enthusiasts and those interested in law and order, this book is an essential addition to any library. Be part of the quest for closure in this disturbing tale that continues to resonate in contemporary Australian culture. Secure your copy today and unveil the shocking truths behind the Family Court Murders.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780857982957
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2014
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE AUSTRALIA
Pages: 368


Description:
4 murders. 5 bombings. And no one charged. This is the definitive story of the Family Court Murders and the book that set off the investigation into and charging of Leonard Warwick.

An initiative of the Whitlam Government, the so-called 'helping court' opened its doors in January 1976. But despite the high idealism of the court's creators, they failed to factor in one universal truth- that in a marital tug of war, one side would always feel more embittered than the other.

Despite the brazen enormity of the shootings and bombings in Sydney from 1980 - attacks that hit at the very heart of the judicial system - and a prime suspect publicly named by the Coroner, the police investigation failed to culminate in an arrest and after three decades stalled to a benign 'review' status. Following a tip-off from a possible witness, the Channel 7 Sunday Night program determined to investigate this cold case. Award-winning true-crime writer and investigative journalist Debi Marshall was part of the team who worked this story.

Thirty-three years on, the horror of these crimes still haunts everyone involved. Witnesses are frightened to speak. Family members live in the dark shadows of grief and fear. Widows and children continue to live without closure. To break this uneasy silence, Marshall embarked on a terrifying journey into the dark heart of the Family Court murders - and the prime suspect.

What she has uncovered will shock and outrage.