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The number of men seeking help to stop committing domestic violence in Queensland has surged after the horrific death of a family burned to death in Brisbane

The number of men seeking help to stop committing domestic violence in Queensland has surged after the horrific death of a family burned to death in Brisbane

22 February 2020

Rowan Baxter killed Hannah Clarke, Aaliyah, 6, Laianah, 4, and Trey, 3, when he doused them in petrol and set their car alight in a Brisbane street on Wednesday morning, before fatally stabbing himself.

Prevention of Domestic and Family Violence Minister Di Farmer says the shocking attack has seen more people turn to domestic violence services for help.

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