The suspected double murder-suicide in Mosman Park, Perth, on January 30, 2026, has taken another haunting turn with revelations about a last message sent at 11:57 p.m. the night before the bodies were discovered. A close associate of the family—likely a friend, extended relative, or someone in their support circle—described the message as not sounding like a farewell. Instead, it came across as an expression of fear, conveying unease or apprehension rather than resignation or goodbye. This was followed by complete silence—no further replies, no activity, no outgoing communications—creating an eerie void that has deepened investigators’ concerns.

Western Australia Police have not publicly confirmed the message’s exact contents or recipient to preserve investigative integrity, but sources indicate it is part of the evidentiary record (possibly alongside the sealed follow-up message from the earlier support worker exchange). The timing—late-night, just hours before the estimated overnight events—places it in the critical window leading to the tragedy at the Mott Close home.

The Message: Fear Over Farewell

The associate’s account paints a picture of subtle alarm:

The tone was not calm acceptance or loving closure, as might be expected in a premeditated farewell note.
It expressed fear—perhaps worry about an impending situation, personal safety, overwhelming circumstances, or something unspoken—prompting the recipient to later reflect that “something is not right.”
Sent at 11:57 p.m., it preceded the 12-second anomalous sound captured on nearby CCTV (after midnight, in the quiet cul-de-sac) and aligns roughly with the timeframe of the earlier reported unusual disturbance ~30 minutes before estimated actions.
After transmission, radio silence ensued—no read receipts leading to responses (if applicable), no social media activity, no calls or texts—consistent with the rapid, irreversible sequence that unfolded.

This contrasts sharply with prior glimpses of normalcy: laughter in family calls days earlier, the boys appearing “normal that week” to contacts, and the brief but agitated last exchange with a support worker (where Maiwenna Goasdoue “couldn’t calm down” in a two-minute interaction). The fear-laden message suggests a sudden escalation or realization in the final hours, potentially tied to the family’s mounting despair over caregiving demands.

Timeline Compression and Unanswered Questions

The late-night message fits into the compressed overnight sequence:

Days/Week prior: Outward normalcy; boys engaged in routines despite severe autism challenges.
Recent days: Agitation in support worker call; sealed follow-up message as evidence.
11:57 p.m. (January 29): Fear-expressing message sent; silence follows.
After midnight: 12-second sound on CCTV in ultra-quiet Mott Close.
Overnight: Events unfold (toxicology consistent with non-violent method; no weapons).
8:15 a.m. (January 30): Carer finds visible warning note (“don’t enter, call police”); bodies of Jarrod Clune (50), Maiwenna Goasdoue (49), Leon (16), Otis (14), and three pets discovered.

Additional anomalies—no forced entry, internal door position mismatch, items in boys’ room suggesting planning, hidden second note detailing rationale—continue to puzzle without public explanation. The message’s fearful tone raises possibilities of hesitation, external pressure, or acute crisis not fully captured in other evidence.

Broader Context: NDIS Struggles and Isolation

Former carers, including Maddie Page (who supported the boys for over a decade), have claimed the family felt “failed” by the NDIS—recent funding cuts, denied respite, endless battles leaving parents exhausted and isolated. The boys’ significant health needs required constant care, amplifying strain in a household that appeared devoted but privately overwhelmed.

Police maintain the double murder-suicide classification, with no third-party involvement or violence signs. The investigation continues, including forensic review of messages, CCTV audio, and toxicology (one specific finding still needing clarification).

The 11:57 p.m. message—fleeting yet chilling—stands as a potential cry amid silence in one of Perth’s quietest cul-de-sacs. It reminds us how fear can whisper before tragedy strikes, often unheard until too late.

Anyone affected by caregiving stress, disability challenges, grief, or suicidal thoughts should seek help via Lifeline Australia (13 11 14) or similar services.