Inquest hears killer had early-onset schizophrenia
By The BriefBrief
A coronial inquest heard Biddy Porter’s killer had early-onset schizophrenia and psychosis, found not criminally responsible.
WHO:NSW State Coroner Teresa O'Sullivan; forensic psychiatrist
WHAT:Coronial inquest heard evidence that Biddy Porter’s killer had early-onset schizophrenia/psychosis and was found not criminally responsible for mental health reasons.
WHEN:Jun 18, 2026 at 2:04 AM ET
WHERE:Rural NSW, Australia
WHY:The inquest examined the circumstances of Bridgette "Biddy" Porter’s 2020 death and heard evidence about the killer’s severe mental illness and psychosis.
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