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The death of Three children and their mother in a car fire in the Australian city of Brisbane of outrage have, amid reports that they were killed, The Father , the ex-rugby player Rowan Baxter.

Mr Baxter's wife Hannah and their Three children were killed, by The Fire on Wednesday. He also died at The Scene of the accident.

Some of the Australian media say he doused the white SUV in petrol and set fire to it, before you stab yourself.

But the police say it is too early to be sure how The Fire started.

"How The Fire actually took place, not have been found at the moment, so for us to call it a murder-suicide or a tragic accident, it is inappropriate, at this stage," Detective Inspector Mark Thompson said.

He went on to say that, while he had seen "some terrible scenes" in his job, that was one of the worst.

What do we know?

the police were initially called to The Scene in the Camp Hill area to The East of Brisbane at 08:30 PM local time on Wednesday (21:30 GMT on Tuesday).

they found the couple's Three children Laianah, Aaliyah, and Trey - between the ages of six-and-Three - Dead in The Car .

rescue workers tried to revive Rowan Baxter, 42, But he was declared Dead .

Australian media reported that The Car was found nearby with a self-inflicted stab wound.

His wife, Hannah Baxter , at the age of 31, died later in hospital from extensive burns. She had allegedly screaming, jumped out of The Car : "He poured petrol on me. "

Rowan Baxter had to ride in the passenger seat and his wife in The Car , police said.

The couple had reportedly separated, at the end of last year, and try of the concern were right.

A Crime Scene was said in the Brisbane Camp Hill

a paramedic, you would have treated a passer-by, had "tried to come to His Best in order to The Car ". He had said something face burning suffered "" and was also taken to hospital, Queensland ambulance spokesman.

Rowan Baxter formerly played for the New Zealand Warriors Rugby League team in Auckland, and also had a gym called Integr8 with his wife in Capalaba, East of Brisbane.

The Fitness-Studio website describes as "an enthusiastic, passionate mother of Three " and a trampoline world champion, represented Queensland for four consecutive years and reached international medals.

What has been the reaction?

Unconfirmed reports that Mr Baxter were killed, His Family met with widespread condemnation online. The hashtag #Hannah Baxter was trending on Twitter in Australia .

: "#Hannah Baxter and her Three small children died today in The Most reprehensible manner. You should already be secure. The mourning of lost life, thoughts with family, friends, and community. "

"Another week, another man lifts his wife and His Family . Australia , we need to talk,"

The death comes in the midst of anger and a debate on domestic violence in Australia .

on average, one woman per week is murdered in Australia by a current or former partner, according to White Ribbon Australia .

Many people criticized the media because of the name of Mr Baxter, as a murderer.

"Rowan Baxter to set fire to his own wife and children - But you would not know that a lot of headlines in the media,"

But police say they are still investigating what happened. Officers were looking for The Baxter family home in Camp Hill .

Queensland police Minister, Mark Ryan said, to tell the Parliament about the "terrible incident" in Brisbane on Wednesday: "My thoughts are with all those affected by this terrible tragedy. "

Prime Minister Scott Morrison said his "heart goes out to the families and community are going through this tragic time, and the rescuers faced, what a harrowing scene".

Federal MP Terri Butler said she was shocked "and devastated" by The Incident .

If you or someone you know, needs support if you have questions about domestic violence in Australia you can contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or Beyond Blue on 1300 224 636 In the UK

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Source of news: bbc.com