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Family Was at Home when Husband Allegedly Murdered Brisbane Nurse: Police

Shane Scheikowski faces murder and unlawful entry charges after his wife, nurse Carra Samantha Luke, was fatally stabbed at their Brisbane home on August 23.

  • On Aug. 23, Carra Samantha Luke, 48, was found dead in her Taigum home after an apparent stabbing, and her husband, Shane Scheikowski, 52, was charged with murder and entering dwelling with intent, due in Brisbane Magistrates Court on Aug. 25.
  • Queensland data show a heavy domestic violence caseload with 19,658 offenders in 2023-24, prompting reforms including a GPS monitoring trial for 150 domestic violence offenders from July 1 and new police protection powers.
  • Luke's family remembered her as a remarkable woman who touched countless lives with warmth, generosity, and unwavering kindness, while Nundah Doctors Surgery praised her 20 years of devoted care and professionalism.
  • Magistrate Belinda Merrin remanded Shane Scheikowski in custody, adjourned the matter to September 8, and police confirmed crime scenes at Taigum and McDowall while he aids inquiries.
  • Queensland Premier David Crisafulli said the system is broken and changes will follow, while the community of Taigum and north Brisbane reeling with tributes from Tracey Price and others remembering Luke as a devoted mother.
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