Brisbane man had history of domestic violence before killing wife, three children in car fire

Queensland police have confirmed they received reports of domestic violence before a mother and her three children were killed at the hands of her estranged husband. Hannah Baxter (nee Clark), 31, was taken to hospital suffering fatal burns after a car containing her three children, who were all aged under 10, was set alight by her estranged husband in the Brisbane suburb of Camp Hill. Detective Inspector Mark Thompson said the couple was previously referred to support services and a court issued at least one domestic violence order. Floral tributes have been laid at the scene where the SUV carrying Hannah Clarke and her children was doused in petrol and set alight. Family and strangers have used social media to express messages of support and to raise awareness around issues of domestic violence. A fund-raising page has also been set up to cover funeral costs. Anyone who may be feeling distressed can contact the following organisations for support: SANE Helpline 1800 18 72 63 Lifeline 131 114 Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636

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