A Queensland mother allegedly stabbed to death in front of her children on Tuesday has been identified as a nurse who had been working through the coronavirus pandemic.
The woman, who has now been identified as nurse Karen Gilliland, 42, was found by police with multiple stab wounds to her neck and abdomen. Emergency crews attempted CPR and she was rushed to hospital but the mum-of-three died from her injuries a short time later.
Her estranged husband, a 45-year-old Wandal man, has now been charged with her murder.
Police charged the the man with one count of murder (domestic violence) and one count of enter with intent.
Emergency services were called to Brae St in Rockhampton after two of the woman’s children ran from the home screaming.
Ms Gilliland’s estranged husband fled the scene yesterday and police searched for him for more than an hour.
He was later found in bushland near Penlington St and taken into police custody. He’d suffered wounds which police said they believed to be self-inflicted. He was taken to Rockhampton Hospital in a serious condition.
The hospital where he received treatment is Ms Gilliland’s former workplace. Police have not yet been able to interview the man, as he had surgery for his injuries, according to reports.
“Obviously (the children) are distraught when they have witnessed their mother tragically become deceased,” Detective Acting Inspector Luke Peachey said.
“The scene was quite horrific. The 42-year-old victim, she suffered some horrific wounds.”
Queensland Police said investigations are continuing.
The 45-year-old man is due in Rockhampton Magistrates Court today.
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