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‘We will never recover’, Lilie James’ parents tell murder inquest as experts describe ex-boyfriend’s coercive control


Paul Thijssen stalked 21-year-old water polo coach as she ‘attempted to push back’ against his manipulation, court hears

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The parents of murdered water polo coach Lilie James have described their devastation in an emotional statement to the coronial inquest into her death.

Peta and Jamie James also stressed the importance of teaching young boys to “respect and value a woman’s opinion and choices” and warned not doing so could have tragic consequences.

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In Australia, the crisis support service Lifeline is on 13 11 14 and the national family violence counselling service is on 1800 737 732. Other international helplines can be found via www.befrienders.org

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Author : Mostafa Rachwani Community affairs reporter

Publish date : 2025-03-20 04:11:00

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