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Hannah McGuire's ex-partner jailed for her murder

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Lachlan Young has been sentenced to 28 years' prison for what a judge has described as an 'extreme' act of domestic violence. Young murdered his ex-partner Hannah McGuire, who was in the process of breaking up with him.

Breakdown
  • Hannah Maguire's parents attended court to face Lachlan Young, supported by dozens of people.
  • Hannah Maguire was killed by her partner Lachlan Young during a separation after years of abuse. 19s
  • Young attempted to cover up the murder by sending messages from Maguire's phone to make it appear as suicide. 54s
  • Justice James Elliott described the crime as an extreme act of domestic violence and sentenced Young to a minimum of 22 years and four months in jail. 1m 18s
  • Maguire's family expressed gratitude for community support and said they will now start to rebuild their lives. 1m 22s
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