Ms Taylor said there was only one way to describe the comments:"victim-blaming at its worst".
"I do understand the job police have,they have a really difficult job with domestic violence,but we’re now talking about not investigating domestic violence – it’s actually murder-suicide,''Ms Taylor said.
"Nothing the victim does should end her life tragically. Women have a right to walk away from a relationship of any description."
"I apologise for what was said and how it was said,"Commissioner Carroll said."The phraseology was completely wrong and the words and the way it was said should not have been used.
"He[Inspector Thompson] went on to try and explain definitely that it is abhorrent and unacceptable;he should have said this matter needs to be investigated to go before the coroner.
"I’ve spoken to Detective Thompson this morning – he is distraught and gutted about the way he said it and what was said,and he’s very upset.
"This man who has protected Queensland communities all his life and has worked endless hours – he cannot believe the way he has phrased that.
"All he wanted to say was he needed to get evidence before a coroner."
The comment was condemned by domestic violence awareness groups,with former prime minister Kevin Rudd also weighing in.
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"Police should just shut up. A man brutally murders a young woman and 3 defenceless children. Any equivocation from those in authority gives legitimisation for other domestic violence perpetrators claiming'mitigating circumstances'. There are NO excuses EVER,"Mr Rudd posted on social media.
During Thursday's press conference,Inspector Thompson confirmedpolice had received reports of domestic violence before Rowan Baxter killed his estranged wife and her three children.
He also made an impassioned appeal to the public for information as they continue to investigate what happened on Raven Street,Camp Hill,in a crime that hasshocked the country.
Police statistics show 30,796 domestic violence protection orders werebreached last year,almost five times the 2001 figure.
Women's legal groups have said that,although the increase could mean more women are seeking and receiving help,breaches are likely to still be under-reported because of the difficulty in getting police to take action.
If you or someone you know needs help,support is available at Lifeline on 13 11 14,Beyondblue on 1300 224 636,or 1800 RESPECT.