Inverness Man Charged With Murdering Mother, Attempting Father's Murder

Thomas Fraser, a 30-year-old man from Inverness, has been charged with the murder of his mother, Miriam Macdonald, and the attempted murder of his father, Ian Macdonald, following a knife attack at their home on Craigton Avenue. The incident occurred on June 1 and 2, 2025, when Fraser allegedly stabbed his father multiple times with two knives, causing serious injuries, and later stabbed his mother to death. Both victims were taken to Raigmore Hospital, where Miriam Macdonald died and Ian Macdonald was placed in intensive care. Fraser appeared in a private hearing at Inverness Sheriff Court, made no plea, and was remanded in custody pending further examination and a court appearance within the next eight days. Police Scotland described the event as a contained incident and confirmed they are not seeking anyone else in connection with the attack. The case remains under investigation as the community processes the tragic events.