Woman Uses Battered Spouse Defence for Murder Trial After Zipping Boyfriend in Suitcase and Filming His Terror

In a shocking case of domestic violence, a woman in the United Kingdom is using the battered spouse defence for her murder trial after she zipped her boyfriend into a suitcase and filmed his terror. The woman, identified as Sarah Morris, is accused of murdering her partner, David Williams, in 2017.

The case has sparked a debate about the use of the battered spouse defence in the UK. The defence is used to protect victims of domestic violence who have killed their abuser in self-defence. In this case, Morris claims that she was acting in self-defence after years of abuse from Williams.

The prosecution alleges that Morris had planned to kill Williams and had even filmed his terror as he was zipped into the suitcase. They argue that Morris had not been acting in self-defence and had instead been motivated by revenge.

Morris’ defence team has argued that she was a victim of domestic violence and had been subjected to years of abuse from Williams. They claim that Morris had been suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) due to the abuse and had acted out of fear for her own safety.

The case has raised questions about the use of the battered spouse defence in the UK. While it is a legal defence in some countries, it is not recognised in the UK. This means that victims of domestic violence who kill their abuser may not be able to use this defence in court.

The case has also highlighted the need for better support for victims of domestic violence. Domestic violence is a serious issue that affects many people in the UK, and it is important that victims are given the support they need to escape their abusers.

The trial is ongoing, and it remains to be seen what the outcome will be. Regardless of the verdict, this case has highlighted the need for better support for victims of domestic violence and a better understanding of the battered spouse defence in the UK.

Source: news.google.com

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