Nikita Azzorpadi Death, Obituary: In a tragic incident in South Morang, in Melbourne’s northeast, 35-year-old Nikita Azzopardi was found stabbed to death in her home on Monday morning.
Nikita’s family had last seen her at a weekend birthday celebration, but after she stopped responding to calls and messages, her brother, Shaun Azzopardi, became concerned and decided to check on her.
Shaun described the distressing moment he arrived at her Reid Street residence, where he and his father had attempted to reach her the previous night. They noticed the lights were on but received no response.
Returning to the home Monday morning, Shaun was reportedly told Nikita was resting and unwell. However, sensing something was wrong, he went inside and upstairs, where he made the devastating discovery of her lifeless body.
Reflecting on the moment, he shared with police, “I just can’t get that image out of my head.” Nikita’s death has left her family heartbroken, especially Shaun, who remembers her as “a gentle soul” who always saw the good in others and offered a compassionate ear to those around her.
Police arrived quickly at the scene and apprehended a 33-year-old man, believed to be Nikita’s boyfriend, on a nearby street. The man, who was not previously known to law enforcement, is reportedly cooperating with authorities as they continue their investigation.
A homicide investigation has been launched, with a section of the street closed off as detectives work late into the night examining the circumstances surrounding her death.
Shaun’s grief is profound as he mourns the loss of his sister, whom he describes as generous and understanding. “You never think it’s going to happen to you, to your sister or your brother,” he said, grappling with the heartbreaking reality of her passing.
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