A tragedy in Mosman Park has unsettled a western Perth suburb as tributes accumulate for Leon and Otis Clune, two brothers who died in an incident police are treating as a suspected double murder-suicide. A carer who supported the boys, Maddie Page, has helped lead the community’s expressions of sympathy, saying the siblings had captured her heart. While investigators pursue their inquiries, the mood in the suburb is one of quiet grief and a demand for clarity about what happened and what support is available to families in distress.
What we know
- The Clune brothers, Leon and Otis, died in Mosman Park during an event police are describing as a suspected double murder-suicide.
- A carer who looked after the boys, Maddie Page, has led public tributes and spoken about the close bond she felt with the siblings.
- Community members have shared memories of the boys and the positive impact they had during their time in care.
- Police have not released formal details about the sequence of events or a stated motive as inquiries continue.
- There is ongoing public discussion about how local support services and networks functioned in relation to the boys’ care and wellbeing, including questions about gaps in services.
- Families and neighbours are expressing grief while calling for ongoing access to counseling and bereavement support for those affected.
What we don’t know
- The exact sequence of events that led to the brothers’ deaths, and whether any other individuals were involved.
- Whether there were prior concerns or referrals to social services or disability supports, and what role those services may have played.
- Whether there were any undisclosed factors or warning signs that could inform future prevention efforts.
- The identity or status of any person believed to be responsible, and whether authorities anticipate charges or further actions.
- Whether investigations will examine the adequacy of local support systems, including disability and carers’ networks, in greater depth.
Community response and reflections
The Mosman Park community has responded with quiet vigils, messages of condolence, and a shared sense of loss for two young lives. Local residents describe the boys as energetic and affectionate, with neighbours noting how the care team had become a familiar presence in the area. In the days since the tragedy, community groups and counselling services have emphasised the importance of accessible mental health and bereavement resources for families affected by such events. While officials continue their inquiries, many residents are focusing on strengthening support pathways to help prevent similar situations in the future and to support those who are grieving.
Across Western Australia, discussions about how services are funded and coordinated—particularly for children in care and families navigating disability support—have been reignited. Community leaders and welfare advocates stress that robust, well-funded networks are crucial, and they emphasise that inquiries should consider systemic factors as well as immediate circumstances. As the investigation proceeds, the suburb remains united in its empathy for those touched by the loss, while also seeking clarity on how best to protect vulnerable families and ensure appropriate care and intervention when needs arise.
