Coleen Lamarre, the mother of former police officer Beau Lamarre-Condon, was charged in April 2026. Police allege she tried to get a key witness in her son’s double murder trial to change their evidence. She has not entered a plea. The charge has not been proven.
Key Facts
- Who: Coleen Lamarre, 63.
- Arrested: Balmain, about 11:15am on Wednesday 29 April 2026.
- Charge: One count of doing an act intending to pervert the course of justice.
- Bail: First refused. Granted with conditions by the NSW Supreme Court on 7 July 2026.
- Next court date: 11 September 2026, news.com.au reported.
What Police Allege
Homicide detectives say she tried to “influence a key witness to change their evidence”. She was taken to Day Street Police Station after her arrest. News.com.au reported she once served in the NSW Police Force. She is not accused of any part in the deaths of Jesse Baird and Luke Davies.
Her Son’s Case
Beau Lamarre-Condon is charged with two counts of murder and one count of aggravated break and enter. He is accused of shooting Jesse Baird and Luke Davies with his service gun at Mr Baird’s home in Paddington in February 2024. He was due to face trial in September 2026. The charges against him have not been proven.
Time in Custody
Ms Lamarre spent more than two months in custody at Dillwynia Correctional Centre. In July, Acting Justice Robert Hulme granted her bail with conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coleen Lamarre charged with?
One count of doing an act intending to pervert the course of justice.
Is she accused of the murders?
No. Police say she is not accused of any part in the deaths.
Is she in custody?
No. She was granted bail on 7 July 2026.
Conclusion
This charge is separate from the murder case. Both cases will go through the courts, and everyone involved is presumed innocent until proven guilty.
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