People are honoring the mother and daughter who were victims of a double murder-suicide.

The community of Perth is still reeling from the tragic loss of Jennifer Petelczyc and her daughter, Gretel. The two were fatally shot in their own home by a 63-year-old man, Mark Bombara, who was believed to be searching for his ex-partner. The incident occurred on Berkeley Crescent in Floreat last Friday, and it has left friends and neighbors in shock.

Over the weekend, those who knew Jennifer and Gretel paid tribute to them and expressed their sadness. Imogen Harrris, a family friend, shared, "They were the most gorgeous family, and it's absolutely heartbreaking that this has happened." She described Jennifer and her 18-year-old daughter as "the kindest, most light-hearted, beautiful people." Neighbors, like Claire Andrews, remembered them as individuals who always gave back to the community.

In fact, Jennifer had paid for a defibrillator to be installed outside her home for anyone in the neighborhood to use in case of a health emergency. She was also active in an online community chat group, showing her dedication to connecting with and helping others. Unfortunately, her kindness and generosity were not enough to protect her and her daughter from the tragic events that unfolded.

Police have revealed that Bombara, a licensed firearms owner, had at least 13 guns in his possession and had brought multiple guns to the Floreat home while searching for his ex-wife. It is believed that Jennifer, who was a friend of Bombara's ex-partner, had offered her home as a safe haven for the woman. However, she and Gretel were tragically killed in the process.

An investigation into the shooting is still ongoing, and in the aftermath, WA Premier Roger Cook is considering tightening gun laws in the state. This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of addressing domestic violence and taking steps to prevent such tragedies from occurring in the future.

For those in need of support or assistance, resources such as the National Sexual Assault, Domestic Family Violence Counselling Service at 1800RESPECT and Lifeline at 13 11 14 or www.lifeline.org.au are available. Together, as a community, we can strive towards a safer and more peaceful society for all.

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