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‘Major failing’ in psychiatric care before Joel Cauchi stabbed six people at Bondi Junction, coroner finds

The Guardian - World NewsEN 4 min read 100% complete by Jordyn BeazleyFebruary 5, 2026 at 03:47 AM
‘Major failing’ in psychiatric care before Joel Cauchi stabbed six people at Bondi Junction, coroner finds
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A coroner's report found a "major failing" in the psychiatric care Joel Cauchi received before he fatally stabbed six people at Bondi Junction in April 2024. The coroner, Teresa O'Sullivan, determined that Cauchi's former psychiatrist failed to recognize his relapse and referred her care to the Queensland ombudsman for review. While acknowledging the psychiatrist's earlier exemplary care, O'Sullivan stated this failure contributed to the tragedy at the Westfield shopping centre. Cauchi, who had schizophrenia, killed six and injured ten others before being fatally shot by police. The coroner's report included recommendations for the New South Wales government to improve mental health services, including increased accommodation and outreach support for individuals experiencing mental health issues and homelessness.

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Amy Scott 50% Jade Young 60% Ashley Good 60% Yixuan Cheng 60% Pikria Darchia 60% Dawn Singleton 60% Faraz Tahir 60% New South Wales ×270% Andrea Boros-Lavack ×475% Bondi Junction ×280% Teresa O'Sullivan ×585% Joel Cauchi ×795%

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bondi junction stabbings 90% psychiatric care 90% mental health system 80% coroner's inquest 80% schizophrenia 70% relapse 70% mental health outreach 60% systemic issues 50% accommodation 50% stab wounds 40%

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