Wednesday 17 August 2022 08:10 AM Manhunt cancelled for Spotswood ghoul Tristan Hearne, accused of stealing human ... trends now

Wednesday 17 August 2022 08:10 AM Manhunt cancelled for Spotswood ghoul Tristan Hearne, accused of stealing human ... trends now
Wednesday 17 August 2022 08:10 AM Manhunt cancelled for Spotswood ghoul Tristan Hearne, accused of stealing human ... trends now

Wednesday 17 August 2022 08:10 AM Manhunt cancelled for Spotswood ghoul Tristan Hearne, accused of stealing human ... trends now

A ghoul branded with the marks of Satan has died of natural causes before ever being brought to justice over allegations he desecrated two grave sites. 

Spotswood man Tristan Hearne, 40, was to face the Melbourne Magistrates' Court on Wednesday over claims he stole the skulls of two people from Footscray General Cemetery between January 27 and February 1.

The crime sent shockwaves across Melbourne amid claims the thefts were linked to satanic rituals. 

Tristan Hearne, 40, was branded with The Leviathan Cross - known commonly as the cross of Satan

Tristan Hearne, 40, was branded with The Leviathan Cross - known commonly as the cross of Satan

His other hand was branded with the Sigil of Lucifer - the symbol of Satan

His other hand was branded with the Sigil of Lucifer - the symbol of Satan

Tristan Hearne, 40, allegedly raided graves at Footscray General Cemetery between January 27 and February 1 (pictured)

Tristan Hearne, 40, allegedly raided graves at Footscray General Cemetery between January 27 and February 1 (pictured) 

Victoria Police vehemently denied the claims at the time, suggesting the grave robberies were likely committed by a thrillseeker. 

Police prosecutors requested the Magistrate David Langton order an immediate warrant for Hearne's arrest due to the shocking nature of the allegations. 

They were granted it on the spot, sparking a police manhunt that aimed to bring the alleged grave robber before the court. 

The court was notified about an hour later that Hearne would not be fronting. 

It is understood Hearne had a double lung transplant due to chronically severe cystic fibrosis. 

He had previously posted a photo of himself to social media showing the large scar caused by the operation. 

It is understood Hearne's body rejected the transplant, causing his death.  

Daily Mail Australia revealed in June Hearne's fingers were branded with both The Leviathan Cross - known commonly as the cross of Satan - and the Sigil of Lucifer. 

Officers had revealed a number of items were allegedly left at the sites by Hearne, including a crucifix, candles and notes to Satan. 

'At this stage there is nothing to suggest satanic rituals or links,' police told Daily Mail Australia on February 3. 

Hearne's Facebook page, which remains open to the public, made for disturbing viewing. 

Images shared online by the dead ghoul include various photos taken from within Melbourne cemeteries. 

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