Andre Rebelo Sentenced to Life for Murdering Mother in Insurance Fraud Scheme

The Perth man must serve at least 25 years for the premeditated killing of his mother, Colleen Rebelo, to claim over $1 million and sustain a fabricated social media lifestyle.

• Andre Rebelo was sentenced to life in prison with a minimum of 25 years for murdering his mother, Colleen Rebelo, in May 2020 as part of a fraudulent life insurance scheme.
• Rebelo staged his mother's body in the shower to make her death appear natural, but police investigations revealed forged documents and fraudulent claims.
• The court heard that Rebelo's motivation stemmed from financial debt and the pressure to maintain a 'perfect life' with his influencer girlfriend, Gracie Piscopo.
• Justice Bruno Fiannaca described the crime as a 'monstrous act' and emphasized its devastating emotional impact on the family, particularly Rebelo's young son.
• The exact cause of Colleen Rebelo's death remains undetermined, although asphyxiation could not be ruled out, further underscoring the calculated nature of the crime.

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