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Blake Matthew Seers, aged 38, stands accused of the tragic murder of his fiancée, Kate Paterson, and their infant daughter, April, last Thursday at their residence in Logan.
The grim discovery came as police attempted to reach out to Seers’ relatives. During this time, officers found the lifeless bodies of Paterson and her baby inside the family home.
Alarmed witnesses reported seeing a man, drenched in blood, sprinting down a footpath before being struck by a black utility vehicle approximately 300 meters from his home.
A trail of blood was evident along the footpath, stretching from the house, marking the path in the aftermath of the killings.
Defence attorney Nicholas Andrews revealed that Seers has been diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder, emphasizing the necessity for medical care while he is in custody.
Outside the court, Andrews said it was a sensitive matter.
“Our thoughts are with those families and people affected by this tragedy,” he said.
“But at times like this, I just need to remind myself that there is a job to do.
“There are mental considerations here, and we will be ensuring that those are raised through the appropriate legal channels.”
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