Double murder accused Kristen Leslie Olsen has matter mentioned in court
More information about the DNA delays in the case of a woman accused of a double murder of a baker and his 10-year-old daughter in Biggenden has been revealed.
The case against a double murder accused has taken a step forward after DNA delays across the state caused lengthy hold-ups in the matter.
Kristen Leslie Olsen, 24, is charged with the murder of Biggenden baker Todd Mooney and his
10-year-old daughter Kirra as well as torching a shed on their Fenwicks Rd property on December 20, 2022.
Ms Olsen did not appear during the brief mention in Maryborough Magistrates Court on March 18.
Defence lawyer Bradford Hill appeared on behalf of Ms Olsen, who was in custody.
He said the matter was still in a “similar position” awaiting DNA results and asked for a further adjournment.
Police prosecutor Balam Selvadurai said there were additional statements that had been provided for the brief to send to Mr Hill.
“The DNA testing is continuing your honour, however all the exhibits have either been tested or nearly been finalised,” Sgt Selvadurai said.
The forensic co-ordinator has organised a meeting on March 25 with forensics and the DNA scientists and the arresting officer and the officer in charge of CIB.
“Hopefully we might be able to get it finalised through court sooner than later your honour.”
It would be discussed if any further testing was needed, Sgt Selvadurai said, and if there was no further testing required, a DNA statement would be produced.
“So it is progressing,” he said.
Magistrate John Milburn said Ms Olsen’s appearance was excused and she would remain in custody.
She has not entered a plea to the charges.
It would be discussed if any further testing was needed, Sgt Selvadurai said, and if there was no further testing required, a DNA statement would be produced.
“So it is progressing,” he said.
Magistrate John Milburn said Ms Olsen’s appearance was excused and she would remain in custody.
She has not entered a plea to the charges.
