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Australia - Teen, 14, charged with murdering cousin, 10, Gunnedah, 3 July 2020
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Ohhhh, how horrible. I feel so sad for the family. How did this happen? Was the young girl who did it known to be mentally unwell? They, the family, friends, police and townspeople are all in my prayers. May God help them through this grief. Katt
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Absolutely Shocking. The poor mother and family of the little girl would be absolutely beside themselves.
There are claims that she was unwell and she appeared to be acting strange in the days leading up to the incident. More details shall come out soon.
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This is just so awful. It seems she had been acting strangely, and getting worse, for some time. Probably has schizophrenia or something. But what could have been done about it? I believe she did have a psychiatrist or similar. But you can't lock up someone who hasn't done anything much. And who could have imagined she would do something so terrible. This poor family is broken forever, and the girl herself will likely never be free.
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Teen who allegedly killed girl ‘impaired’: court
A teenager who allegedly murdered a 10-year-old girl in northern NSW could be found not criminally responsible by reason of mental impairment, a court has been told.
A teenager who allegedly murdered a 10-year-old girl in northern NSW could be found not criminally responsible by reason of mental impairment, a court has been told.
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Parents of 10-year-old murder victim seek to reclaim daughter's identity
Four years ago, 10-year-old Bridgette Porter was killed. On the anniversary of her death, her parents are campaigning for justice through Biddy's Voice.
www.abc.net.au
Parents of NSW murder victim Bridgette Porter demand justice for 10yo daughter on fourth anniversary of her death
Four years today
Today marks four years since Bridgette was murdered.In May last year, Rebekah and Dom discovered their daughter's killer had been granted escorted day leave from where they were being treated.
"I thought, 'Wait a minute, not only has this happened, my daughter's name has also been suppressed, I can't speak about her publicly', so it was just like a bolt of lightning hit me," Ms Porter said.
In a statement, the Mental Health Review Tribunal (MHRT), which decided if and when the person was released, said it "does not, and must not, discuss any matters that are current or pending before it".
But its decision galvanised the family to start investigating how to get greater justice for Bridgette.
Under NSW law, the name of a child murder victim cannot be published or broadcast without the consent of their senior next of kin — such as parents.
Rebekah and Dom Porter have given the ABC permission to use Bridgette's name and image, but they want legislative change to ensure a victim's identity is not automatically suppressed.
"Bridgette's memory needs to be honoured, her legacy needs to be honoured. I think it's really disrespectful to suppress any victims of serious crimes," Ms Porter said.
Under NSW law, the name of a child murder victim cannot be published or broadcast without the consent of their senior next of kin — such as parents.
Rebekah and Dom Porter have given the ABC permission to use Bridgette's name and image, but they want legislative change to ensure a victim's identity is not automatically suppressed.
"Bridgette's memory needs to be honoured, her legacy needs to be honoured. I think it's really disrespectful to suppress any victims of serious crimes," Ms Porter said.
Under NSW law, the name of a child murder victim cannot be published or broadcast without the consent of their senior next of kin — such as parents.
Rebekah and Dom Porter have given the ABC permission to use Bridgette's name and image, but they want legislative change to ensure a victim's identity is not automatically suppressed.
"Bridgette's memory needs to be honoured, her legacy needs to be honoured. I think it's really disrespectful to suppress any victims of serious crimes," Ms Porter said.
#Justice4BiddyPorter - Advocacy Australia
#JusticeforBiddy: 4 years after 10-year-old Bridgette "Biddy" Porter's brutal killing, her parents fight for justice against a system protecting her killer.
advocacyaustralia.org.au
RIP Bridgett
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I hope so , she deserves a name..........
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Bridgette Porter's story "Justice for Biddy" aired on 7 Spotlight last night. This is a link with the promo video.
www.tvcentral.com.au
Not sure if there is a direct link to the full story. It can be streamed on 7+ according to Spotlight's Facebook page.
Tonight | 7NEWS Spotlight on Channel 7 and 7plus S2024E13
7NEWS Spotlight on Channel 7 - Bridgette “Biddy” Porter was a smart and vibrant 10-year-old girl.
www.tvcentral.com.au
Not sure if there is a direct link to the full story. It can be streamed on 7+ according to Spotlight's Facebook page.