Beau Lamarre-Condon Testifies About Homophobic Abuse in Police 2026

Former police officer Beau Lamarre-Condon told his double murder trial that he heard homophobic abuse while working for New South Wales Police, as the 31-year-old gave evidence in Sydney on Thursday. Lamarre-Condon is accused of fatally shooting couple Jesse Baird and Luke Davies with his police service weapon at Baird's Paddington home on 19 February 2024.

He has pleaded not guilty to two counts of murder and one charge of aggravated break and enter. Lamarre-Condon was the first witness for the defence, testifying in front of a 15-person jury at the NSW Supreme Court.

Lamarre-Condon Alleges Homophobic Remarks by Former Supervisor

Wearing a light grey suit, dark tie, and white collared shirt, Lamarre-Condon vowed to tell the truth. He accused a former supervisor of making homophobic remarks while he was working as an openly gay police officer.

"He would say things such as 'I used to bash gay people while in Jindabyne'," Lamarre-Condon told the court. On one occasion, when responding to a domestic violence report, the supervisor allegedly said "Let's go get these fucking faggots," the jury heard.

These allegations are central to the defence's case, as they seek to establish a pattern of homophobic behaviour within the police force that may have affected Lamarre-Condon's state of mind.

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Lamarre-Condon also told the jury about another occasion when a coworker shot himself in the head. He recalled their last conversation: "I said 'How are you' and he told me he was good. Nothing appeared out of normal to me, nothing about his behaviour suggested what he was about to do."

The testimony appeared to be an attempt to humanise Lamarre-Condon and provide context for the pressures he faced at work.

Key Takeaways from Thursday's Testimony

• Lamarre-Condon alleges a former supervisor made homophobic remarks, including "I used to bash gay people while in Jindabyne."
• He claims the same supervisor said "Let's go get these fucking faggots" when responding to a domestic violence report.
• Lamarre-Condon testified about a colleague who died by suicide, describing their last conversation.
• The defence aims to show the hostile work environment Lamarre-Condon experienced as an openly gay officer.

Background of the Case

Jesse Baird, a former television presenter, and Luke Davies, a Qantas flight attendant, were allegedly killed by Lamarre-Condon in February 2024. Their bodies were found in surfboard bags on a rural property in Bungonia, New South Wales, after a massive police search.

Lamarre-Condon was arrested and charged with two counts of murder and one count of aggravated break and enter. He has maintained his innocence.

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What This Means for the Trial

The defence's strategy appears to be to paint a picture of a toxic workplace culture that may have impacted Lamarre-Condon's mental state. By introducing allegations of homophobia and the trauma of a colleague's suicide, the defence hopes to create sympathy and cast doubt on the prosecution's case.

However, the prosecution will likely argue that these allegations, even if true, do not excuse the alleged crimes. The jury will need to weigh the evidence carefully.

The trial continues, with more witnesses expected to be called in the coming days.

As the trial unfolds, the details of that night and the events leading up to it will be scrutinised. For a deeper look at the evidence presented, see our coverage of the shocking murder confession and the crime scene reconstruction.

The defence's focus on Lamarre-Condon's state of mind raises questions about his obsession with Jesse Baird, which was detailed in earlier testimony. Our report on the obsession trial provides context on the dynamics of their relationship.

Witnesses have described Baird as being in fear of Lamarre-Condon, a claim that the defence may challenge. The testimony that Baird was petrified is a key part of the prosecution's narrative.

Other evidence, such as the purchase of $2,000 worth of cleaning items and allegations of faked cancer, will also be weighed by the jury. These details, covered in our articles on the cleaning items and the faked cancer, add layers to the complex case.

The trial is expected to continue for several weeks, with the jury ultimately deciding Lamarre-Condon's fate. For ongoing coverage, including shocking court testimony and chilling CCTV evidence, stay with Grand Goldman.