SUSPECTED MURDER.
Hokitika, September 30
The circumstances surrounding the horrible death of a woman and child supposed to be burned in a fire at Kaneiri on the morning of the 22nd instant are doubtful. Since the inquest the police have entertained suspicions of foul play, and this afternoon arrested William Hutcheson for the wilful murder of his wife, Margaret Hutcheson, and his infant son, Patrick Hutcheson. Accused will be formally charged at the RM. Court to-morrow, when it is understood the police will apply for a remand for eight days.
CHARGE OF MURDER.
Hokitika, Friday,
David Hutcheson was charged at the R.M. Court to-day with the murder of his wife and child, by setting fire to the house. He was remanded for 8 days.
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Patea Mail, 2 October 1880, Page 3
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