By Heather McNeill
A WA woman, 75, has been accused of murdering an 88-year-old woman she was sharing a room with at an aged care home.
WA Police allege emergency services received reports of a woman located deceased inside a Port Kennedy aged care home on Olivenza Crescent around 4.10am on Friday.
“The victim and accused in this matter were known to one another and have shared a room in the retirement village for four days,” a police spokesman said.
Homicide squad officers have since charged the 75-year-old woman with one count of murder.
She appeared in Northbridge Magistrates Court on Sunday but did not apply for bail.
WA Premier Roger Cook said the incident stemmed from “a disagreement” between two residents.
“It’s obviously very distressing for everybody involved, and our hearts go out to the victim and their families,” he said.
In a statement, Bethanie confirmed the incident occurred at Bethanie Waters Aged Care Home.
“The incident, which occurred on 24 January 2025, has deeply affected our community,” the statement read.
“Our heartfelt condolences go out to the family and loved ones of the deceased. Our staff responded quickly and professionally when the alarm was raised, and followed all Bethanie procedures.
“We wish to reassure the public that no Bethanie staff were involved in this incident. The safety, wellbeing, and care of our residents remain our highest priority.”