Courtney Herron: Melbourne woman killed in ‘horrendous bashing’ (BBC)

The brutal killing of a young, homeless woman has renewed discussion in Australia about violence against women.

The body of Courtney Herron, 25, was found in a Melbourne park by walkers on Saturday, police said.

“She died as a result of a horrendous bashing – that’s the only way to describe it,” said Detective Inspector Andrew Stamper.

Police have arrested a 27-year-old homeless man. Henry Hammond appeared in court on Monday charged with murder. Read more

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