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Solving the murder of Lainie Coldwell

Lainie Coldwell was found at dead the base of a large gum tree with severe head injuries that later killed her. At first glance, it looked like an accident, but Gerry Thornton trusted his gut and his single-minded pursuit of the truth, even when he wasn’t supported by his own organisation, lead to a murder conviction for her husband. 

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