Casefile True Crime Case 302: The De Gruchy Family
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Nov 2, 2024 Wayne and Jennifer De Gruchy's ordinary life is shattered when tragedy strikes their family in 1996. The gruesome double homicide reveals shocking details of betrayal and grief. Investigators face complications as they navigate the family's dynamics and unravel alibis. When a suspicious bag leads to Matthew, a family member's arrest shakes the community. This gripping tale explores the emotional turmoil of confronting potential guilt amidst a heartbreaking search for justice.
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The De Gruchy Murders
- Jennifer and Sarah De Gruchy were found murdered in their beds.
- The perpetrator used a heavy object, likely a crowbar or wheel brace, and tried to stage a burglary.
Staged Burglary
- Investigators found signs of attempted cleanup, including washed towels and diluted bloodstains in the hallway.
- Sections of carpet were missing, and cupboards were left open, suggesting a staged burglary.
Adrian's Murder
- Adrian De Gruchy's body was found in the garage, covered with a blanket and doused in petrol.
- He had similar tram-track bruising to Sarah, suggesting the same murder weapon.