Reginald Arthurell, a convicted transgender individual who has been living with a 12-year-old and a 14-year-old foster children, was removed from the residence after a police raid. This action came despite local authorities being aware of the living situation since December 2025. The NSW Families and Communities Minister, Kate Washington, expressed deep concern over the fact that a convicted murderer was allowed to reside with vulnerable children, stating that it was 'entirely unacceptable.'

The local media revealed that the situation came to light after complaints and reports were made, leading to heavy police presence to remove Arthurell from the home. Since transitioning to a woman post-prison release in 2020, Arthurell's violent history and its implications for the safety of children who were placed in his care sparked outrage and accountability questions from the community.

In the aftermath, Minister Washington has publicly apologized and acknowledged that such circumstances should never occur. This incident raises broader discussions around the safety protocols in place for foster care and the considerations of criminal backgrounds when placing individuals with children, emphasizing the need for stricter regulations to protect vulnerable populations.