Woman in custody after deaths of two boys in regional NSW

theguardian.comPublished: 5/5/2025

Summary

The tragic death of two young boys in Coonabarabran led to the arrest of their grandmother at 66, who is under custody with no immediate threat. Police are investigating after finding the children inside a home where they had been reported for concerns about their welfare. The NSW Premier praised the community's grief and expressed heartfelt condolences, while also highlighting the professionalism and bravery of those involved in the incident.