False Alarm in Mildura: Sighting of Lake Cargelligo Triple-Homicide Suspect Ruled Out

In Short

Mildura Sighting Cleared: Extensive enquiries by the Mildura Crime Investigation Unit have confirmed that a reported sighting of Julian Ingram on February 24 was not the suspect.

Triple-Murder Suspect: Ingram (alias Pierpoint) remains at large following the January 22 shooting of three people in Lake Cargelligo; he is considered armed and dangerous.

Ongoing Manhunt: Police believe Ingram may be receiving help from associates to survive extreme heat conditions while evading Strike Force Doberta in NSW’s west.

Police received a report in relation to a sighting of wanted NSW man Julian Ingram in Lilley Drive, Mildura on 24 February.

Detectives from Mildura Crime Investigation Unit conducted extensive enquiries into the report and were able to verify that the sighting was not Julian.

Julian Ingram also known as Pierpoint, aged 37, allegedly killed three people in Lake Cargelligo on January 22. Ingram is accused of shooting dead his pregnant former partner, her new boyfriend, and her aunt, and wounding a fourth person.

He was last seen driving a Ford Ranger utility with NSW registration DM-07-GZ described as having council signage, a metal tray back, high visibility markings on the side and an emergency light bar on the roof.

In late January and February 2026, NSW Police launched a massive manhunt following the triple murder.

Strike Force Doberta was established to lead the investigation and track Ingram across the state’s west. Deployment has included the Tactical Operations Unit, PolAir, drones, and canine units. Following reports of a sighting in the week following the incident, Police have scoured the rugged terrain near Mount Hope NSW.

Officers believe Ingram may be receiving help from associates to survive extreme heatwave conditions the region experienced in past weeks.

NSW Police has also launched a internal Critical Incident Investigation to review Ingram's bail status and previous domestic violence history at the time of the killings.

Anyone who sights Julian or with information on his current whereabouts is urged to contact Triple Zero (000), Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or anonymously at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au

Images: NSW Police Force