Full Story An update on the Lake Cargelligo triple murder
Feb 10, 2026
Nino Bucci, a justice and courts reporter who does on-the-ground legal reporting, discusses the Lake Cargelligo killings. He describes the shootings and town reaction. He outlines the alleged shooter’s past domestic violence history and bail questions. He explores the manhunt challenges, policing limits in remote terrain, and justice issues for Indigenous victims.
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Victim Backgrounds And Family Impact
- Sophie Quinn was seven months pregnant and had previously taken out a restraining order against Julian Ingram.
- Nino Bucci reports family details and that victims were well-known, kind people in the community.
Alleged Sequence Of Attacks
- Police allege Ingram drove his work ute to Sophie’s property, shot Sophie and John, then killed Nerida and shot Caleb McQueen.
- Nino Bucci recounts the sequence: shootings at two locations, then Ingram fled toward Mount Hope.
Witnesses Report Disturbing Behavior
- Witnesses, including survivor Kaleb McQueen, said Ingram was laughing while shooting, which residents found horrific.
- Nino Bucci describes multiple shots fired and the disturbing behavior reported by witnesses.