In this episode of Exhuming the Truth, we examine one of the most devastating coronial findings to emerge from Australia in recent years: the death of nine-month-old Kobi Shepherdson.

Kobi was a baby who should still be here today. His death was found by a South Australian coroner to have been preventable.

This is not simply the story of one dangerous offender. It is a case that exposes coercive control, escalating warning signs, and the devastating consequences when multiple systems fail to recognise and respond to the true level of risk.

Together, we’ll work through the case chronologically, analyse the documented warning signs, and examine the findings delivered by Acting Deputy State Coroner Ian White in June 2026. As always, our focus is on understanding what happened, what was missed, and the lessons that may help prevent future tragedies.

Content warning: This episode contains discussion of child death, domestic and family violence, coercive control, and other distressing themes that some listeners may find upsetting.