Leon Clune and Otis Clune die in fatal Mosman Park, Western Australia incident
Fatal Mosman Park, Western Australia deaths of Leon Clune and Otis Clune – Obituary
Leon Clune, 16, and his younger brother Otis Clune, 14, were found dead alongside their parents inside their Mosman Park home, in what police believe was a suspected double murder-suicide. The tragedy has left the local community and disability support networks in deep shock.
The brothers, who were both autistic, were discovered on Friday together with their parents, Jarrod Clune and Maiwenna Goasdoue. Investigators say early findings suggest the boys were killed by their parents, though authorities noted there were no signs of a violent struggle and no weapons located at the scene.
Maddie Page, a long-time support worker who cared for Leon and Otis for more than a decade, has spoken publicly about the boys, describing them as deeply loved and unforgettable. She said the family faced significant challenges and believed the National Disability Insurance Scheme had failed to provide adequate support during critical moments.
According to those close to the family, recent changes to disability funding may have added to mounting pressures. Page said the boys’ parents were devoted advocates who never stopped fighting to ensure their children felt understood, valued, and heard.
Police confirmed that a letter was recovered from inside the home, which may offer insight into the parents’ state of mind and indicate planning prior to the deaths. Family pets were also found deceased at the property, further intensifying the investigation.
As forensic officers continued examining the quiet cul-de-sac over the weekend, flowers and messages of remembrance appeared near the police cordon. Online communities, particularly parents of autistic children, shared tributes celebrating Leon and Otis as children full of individuality, warmth, and connection.
Authorities remain firm that the case is being treated as a suspected double murder-suicide, while urging compassion for those affected. Community leaders and advocates have called for broader conversations around disability support, mental health services, and access to help for families under extreme strain.
The investigation remains ongoing as police work to establish the full circumstances surrounding the deaths.