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Inquest hears killer had early-onset schizophrenia
Filed: Jun 18, 2026 at 3:03 AM ET
Summary: 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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