The Case Of Easey Street Murders: Trial confirmed, but with a change in charges
Nov 28, 2025
ABC reporter Alexandra Alvaro, known for her courtroom insights and investigative acumen, joins Stephen Stockwell to dissect the latest developments in the Easey Street Murders case. They delve into the unexpected trial order for Perry Kouroumblis, highlighting shocking eyewitness testimonies and DNA evidence. The dismissal of a carnal knowledge charge offers a twist, while discussions on forensic mishaps and investigation procedures reveal significant challenges. Alexandra also recounts a chance encounter involving a seized knife, further complicating the case.
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Cold Case Revived After Breakthrough Arrest
- The Easy Street Murders remain a high-priority cold case revived after a breakthrough arrest decades later.
- Alexandra Alvaro and Stephen Stockwell explain the committal's role in testing whether evidence suffices for a jury trial.
Old Procedures Raise Contamination Questions
- Police processes from 1977, like glove use and exhibit handling, were unclear and inconsistent in witnesses' memories.
- Defence emphasised contamination risks to undermine DNA reliability at committal.
Chance Traffic Stop Yielded A Knife
- Ron Iddles described a routine traffic stop a few days after the murders that led to a knife being seized from Perry Karumblis's boot.
- Iddles said he searched the car, found the knife, and probably took it back to the office.