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Police Search for Man After Mum-of-Three Found Dead in Hunter Valley Home
Authorities are searching for 37-year-old Christopher James McLoughney, suspected in the domestic violence-related homicide of a 39-year-old woman, with a child present at the scene.
- On Friday, detectives are investigating the suspected domestic violence homicide of a 39-year-old woman after officers responded to alleged gunshots on Ellalong Street, Kearsley, near Cessnock.
- Police are seeking 37-year-old Christopher James McLoughney, connected to the victim, and warned the public not to approach him as he may be armed and in the Cessnock, lower Hunter, or Newcastle area.
- A child at the home walked 300 to 400 metres seeking help and was seen by drivers not from the area, while emergency Triple-0 calls brought officers to a horrific scene.
- Forensic investigators have established a crime scene and an autopsy will determine the cause of the woman's death, while police have offered support to the woman's family and noted the impact on community members.
- The state crime command homicide squad is supporting Hunter Valley police, and police say a firearm was discharged at the premises, highlighting public safety risks.
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