PHOTO: Julie ‘Julez’ Seed. SUPPLIED
In a tragic event that deeply shook Adelaide, Julie ‘Julez’ Seed, a 38-year-old real estate agent and mother of two, was ruthlessly stabbed to death at her Plympton office on December 20. This horrifying incident also left her colleague, Susan Scardigno, hospitalized in serious condition. The alleged assailant, 30-year-old Shaun Michaels Dunk, who had been released from the Royal Adelaide Hospital two days prior to the attack despite being under a mental health detention order, now faces charges of murder and attempted murder.
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A breakdown in the mental health system? This shocking occurrence has sparked discussions about the effectiveness of the state’s mental health system. Chris Smith, Seed’s fiancé, expressed sorrow and frustration, asserting that both Seed and Dunk were let down by the system. He lamented the abrupt shattering of their wedding plans, leaving him as a single parent and the sole provider for the home they had recently built.
Investigation and commitment to improvement In response to this tragedy, the state’s chief psychiatrist and an independent expert are conducting a comprehensive review of Dunk’s treatment and discharge. Health Minister Chris Picton has pledged to implement improvements to the system if any shortcomings are revealed in the review.
Honoring Julie Seed Amid the ongoing debate and investigation, Julie Seed is remembered affectionately for her vibrant personality and dedication as a mother. Having recently secured her dream job, she was eagerly anticipating a bright future. To support her grieving family, friends have initiated an online fundraiser to cover funeral expenses and assist Seed’s relatives in the UK to travel to Australia. The fundraiser has already raised over $11,000.
As the real estate industry grapples with shock at the news, the public is encouraged to remain calm. Adelaide police believe the attack was random, reassuring the public that Adelaide continues to be a safe place. Dunk is currently in custody and is expected to make a court appearance in March.
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