Accused killer cop Beau Lamarre-Condon has been recently transferred to a top-secret jail in Australia due to his declining mental health after being in strict segregation for almost six months. This jail, known as the Special Purpose Centre (SPC) within Sydney’s Long Bay prison complex, is home to some of NSW’s most vulnerable inmates and is off-the-grid to most Corrective Services staff.
The SPC, sometimes called The Kennel, is a unit that houses inmates who cannot be placed anywhere else due to safety concerns. Inmates in the SPC are identified internally by a number following the letter P instead of their names or Master Index Numbers. This secretive facility is meant for those at extreme risk of physical harm, different from Supermax at Goulburn, which contains dangerous prisoners.
Lamarre-Condon, who is charged with murdering former Studio Ten presenter Jesse Baird and Qantas flight attendant Luke Davies, is struggling to adjust to his situation as his mental health continues to decline. His solicitor, John Walford, mentioned that Lamarre-Condon is feeling overwhelmed and frustrated due to his inability to speak out. The addition of a charge of aggravated break and enter, along with the murder charges being related to domestic violence, has added to his legal troubles.
The SPC has been home to various notorious inmates in the past, such as former assistant director of the NSW Crime Commission Mark Standen, Perth bikie Sid ‘Snot’ Reid, retired senior prison officer Wayne Astill, and others. The facility is known for its high-security measures and exclusive protection for those housed there.
Lamarre-Condon, who was in protective custody at the Metropolitan Remand and Reception Centre before being moved to the SPC, is awaiting further legal proceedings as his case makes its way through the courts. His mental health is expected to play a significant role in his defense, according to his solicitor.
As Lamarre-Condon waits for the full brief of evidence to be served, his legal team is preparing for the upcoming court appearances and potential defense strategies. The murder charges against him are being closely examined, with mental health being a key factor in his case.
The Corrective Services NSW spokeswoman declined to comment on Lamarre-Condon’s individual circumstances, citing privacy reasons. As the accused killer cop navigates through the legal system and deals with his declining mental health, his future in the top-secret SPC remains uncertain.
