The Case Of Easey Street Murders: The case against Perry Kouroumblis
Oct 30, 2025
In this gripping discussion, ABC reporter Alexandra Alvaro shares her insights from the courtroom as she covers the committal hearing of alleged murderer Perry Kouroumblis. She delves into the startling DNA evidence linking him to a grisly 1977 crime scene and discusses the prosecution's timeline and witness testimonies. Alexandra also reveals the challenges faced by witnesses and the defense's efforts to suppress crucial DNA information. Their legal battle unfolds with captivating detail, drawing listeners into this historic Melbourne case.
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DNA Is Central To The Prosecution Case
- Prosecutors rely heavily on decades-old DNA samples re-tested with modern methods to link Perry Kouroumblis to the scene.
- The prosecution framed statistical likelihoods (e.g., millions of times more likely) to argue the DNA points to the accused.
Grim Crime-Scene Details Revealed
- Crime-scene photos and testimony described Suzanne Armstrong with her nightie pulled up and visible blood on walls and objects.
- Post-mortem found 29 stab wounds on Armstrong and 55 on Susan Bartlett, underscoring the brutality.
Numbers Don’t Speak For Themselves
- The prosecution presented likelihood ratios to quantify how probable it is the accused is the DNA source, using very large numbers.
- Those statistical claims will require clearer expert explanation for jurors to understand their weight.