
Samantha Bricknell
Samantha Bricknell is a prominent researcher and manager at the Australian Institute of Criminology, known for her work in studying trends in crime and family violence. Recently, she has drawn attention for her insights into the alarming rise of parricide in Australia, highlighting a nearly 70% increase in such cases over the past few years. Her research emphasizes the role of societal pressures, mental health issues, and financial stressors that contribute to this tragic phenomenon, urging for a deeper understanding of the factors leading to such extreme acts of violence within families.
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Samantha Bricknell is the research manager at the Australian Institute of Criminology who reported a surge in parricide cases.
My theory for why more children are murdering their parentsThe Sydney Morning Herald·
Australia· 2026-09-22


