Murder of Cassius Turvey

Murder of Cassius Turvey
Date13 October 2022 (2022-10-13) / 23 October 2022 (2022-10-23)
LocationMiddle Swan, Western Australia
MotiveUnknown
DeathsCassius Turvey
Accused
  • Jack Steven James Brearley
  • Aleesha Louise Gilmore
  • Mitchell Colin Forth
  • Brodie Lee Palmer
ChargesMurder

Cassius Turvey was a 15-year-old Aboriginal Australian boy who was assaulted on 13 October 2022 in Perth, Western Australia, and died ten days later of his injuries. His death sparked vigils and rallies across Australia and internationally. Four people were charged with his murder. After a 12-week trial, on 8 May 2025, two men were found guilty of murder, a third man was found guilty of manslaughter, and a woman who was with the men was acquitted.