Wednesday 16 November 2022

Second inquiry into Kathleen Folbigg adjourned after two days

BY DAKOTA TAIT

The second inquiry into the murder and manslaughter convictions of Singleton killer Kathleen Folbigg over the deaths of her four children, has been adjourned for three months, so new scientific evidence can be reviewed. 

Two genetic experts from Denmark testified at the hearing in Sydney yesterday. 

They're the co-authors of a research paper published last year, discussing a rare genetic mutation which can cause sudden death in children. 

Ms Folbigg's two daughters did have the mutation. 

The inquiry will resume in February.