Ernest Austin (murderer)

For the English composer, see Ernest Austin.

Ernest Austin
Born1890
Victoria, Australia
Died22 September 1913 (aged 22-23)
Boggo Road Gaol, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Cause of deathExecution by hanging
Criminal statusExecuted
ConvictionsWilful murder
Assault with intent to commit rape
Larceny (2 counts)
Criminal penaltyDeath
Details
Date8 June 1913
LocationYugar, Queensland
TargetsIvy Mitchell, 11

Ernest Austin (1890 – 22 September 1913) was an Australian criminal, notable for being the last person to receive capital punishment in Queensland.

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