Tag: victim protection
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Fraudster Catherine O’Brien Sentenced for €22k Scam Involving Fake Horse Lingreville
Overview of the Case A convicted fraudster, Catherine O’Brien, has been sentenced after a three-week trial that revealed a calculated scheme to con an elderly man out of €22,000. The court heard that O’Brien manipulated her victim into parting with his life savings to cover the imagined purchase, transport, and insurance for a fictional horse,…
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When the Door Closes: The Risks and Realities of Reporting on Beaumaris Crime Stories
Introduction: The delicate terrain of crime reporting Journalists regularly face the pressure to uncover truths that matter to communities. When a story involves sensitive crimes, especially against children, reporters must balance public interest with fairness, accuracy, and compassion. This piece examines the realities journalists encounter when covering a case in Beaumaris that involves a convicted…
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Could Hannah Clarke’s Tragic Murder Have Been Prevented? Lessons from a Family’s Loss
Overview: A family shattered by domestic violence The murders of Hannah Clarke and her children in Australia drew global attention to the brutal reality of domestic violence. While many details are publicly known, this article examines the complex question at the heart of the tragedy: could their deaths have been prevented? By looking at warning…
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Rape victims in Scotland protected when giving evidence, says Lord Advocate
Protection measures for rape victims in Scottish courts Scotland’s most senior law officer has pledged stronger protections for rape victims giving evidence, following a Supreme Court ruling that raised concerns about intrusive cross-examination. The Lord Advocate said reforms are needed to ensure the rights of complainants are balanced with the requirements of fair trial, and…
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Peter Damjanovic pleads guilty to Tiffany Woodley murder in Bedford
Guilty plea in a high-profile domestic violence murder A man previously due to stand trial for the murder of Tiffany Woodley has changed his plea at the last minute. Peter Damjanovic appeared via video from Hakea Prison and pleaded guilty to fatally attacking his former partner in her Bedford home in 2023. The development brings…