Policeman denies murdering TV presenter ex Jesse Baird and his new boyfriend
Former New South Wales police officer Beau Lamarre-Condon has pleaded not guilty in a Sydney court to the domestic violence-related murders of his television presenter ex-boyfriend Jesse Baird and new partner Luke Davies in February 2024. Lamarre-Condon's defense asserts that he acted in self-defense during the incident. The trial has heard harrowing testimony, including emotional statements from Baird's mother. Prosecutors have detailed allegations of stalking and separation tactics prior to the killings. The former officer also faces an aggravated break-and-enter charge involving an alleged break-in at Baird's share-house in August 2023.
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- ✓ Beau Lamarre-Condon is a 31-year-old former New South Wales police officer.
- ✓ Lamarre-Condon pleaded not guilty to two counts of domestic violence-related murder over the deaths of Jesse Baird and Luke Davies.
- ✓ Jesse Baird was 26 years old and Luke Davies was 29 years old at the time of the February 2024 incident inside a Sydney terrace.
- ✓ The accused also pleaded not guilty to one count of aggravated break and enter regarding an alleged August 2023 incident at Baird's share-house.
What changed
The double murder trial commenced in Sydney, where the accused former police officer presented a defense of self-defense.
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Ex-Cop Claims Self-Defense in Double Murder Trial
Former New South Wales police officer Beau Lamarre-Condon has pleaded not guilty in a Sydney court to the domestic violence-related murders of his television presenter ex-boyfriend Jesse Baird and new partner Luke Davies in February 2024. Lamarre-Condon's defense asserts that he acted in self-defense during the incident. The trial has heard harrowing testimony, including emotional statements from Baird's mother. Prosecutors have detailed allegations of stalking and separation tactics prior to the killings. The former officer also faces an aggravated break-and-enter charge involving an alleged break-in at Baird's share-house in August 2023.
Why it matters
The trial centers on the high-profile deaths of Jesse Baird and Luke Davies inside a Sydney terrace, which sent shockwaves through the community and prompted intense scrutiny over police conduct and domestic violence. The ongoing legal proceedings aim to establish accountability and examine the months of alleged stalking preceding the fatal shootings. Court sessions continue to unfold as witnesses provide testimony regarding the victims and the accused.
What is confirmed
- Beau Lamarre-Condon is a 31-year-old former New South Wales police officer.
- Lamarre-Condon pleaded not guilty to two counts of domestic violence-related murder over the deaths of Jesse Baird and Luke Davies.
- Jesse Baird was 26 years old and Luke Davies was 29 years old at the time of the February 2024 incident inside a Sydney terrace.
- The accused also pleaded not guilty to one count of aggravated break and enter regarding an alleged August 2023 incident at Baird's share-house.
Still unconfirmed
- A cop claimed a flight attendant shot himself.
- Jesse Baird was reportedly afraid because his ex-partner had a gun.
What to watch next
- Further witness testimony and evidence presented in the ongoing Sydney trial.
- Legal arguments regarding the self-defense claim put forward by the defense team.
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- PinkNews — Policeman denies murdering TV presenter ex Jesse Baird and his new boyfriend
- BBC — Beau Lamarre-Condon: Sydney policeman says he acted in self-defence in double murder trial
- News.com.au — Cop claims flight attendant shot himself
- Yahoo — Trial of ex-police officer accused of double murder to begin in Sydney
- SMH.com.au — Beau Lamarre-Condon trial live updates: Former NSW Police officer says he acted in self-defence as trial continues over alleged murders of Jesse Baird, Luke Davies
- ABC News & Headlines – Australian Broadcasting Corporation — Double murder-accused Beau Lamarre-Condon acted in 'self defence', court told
- www.dailymail.com — Jesse Baird's mum breaks down in tears as she gives evidence against Beau Lamarre-Condon - as his defence for allegedly shooting dead couple is revealed
- 7news.com.au — Beau Lamarre-Condon: Court hears former cop stalked his ex-partner in the months before alleged murders
- aapnews.aap.com.au — Tears as best friend remembers slain TV presenter
- au.news.yahoo.com — Proteas pump up fierce cricket rivalry with Australia
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