Grace Millane: Family welcome ban on 'rough sex' murder defence

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Grace Millane's cousin says it was 'truly horrendous' listening to her killer's lies in court.

Grace Millane's killer said she died accidentally after asking to be strangled during sex

The family of murdered backpacker Grace Millane said they were pleased a defence for murder which "blames the victim" has been outlawed.Her killer claimed she died accidentally after asking to be strangled during sex, but he was convicted of her murder.was approved this weekHer cousin Hannah O'Callaghan said it was "truly horrendous" to have to listen to his lies during the court case.

"Families won't have to sit and listen to only one side of the story, while the victim is re-victimised and doesn't get to tell their side." Miss Millane's death provoked an outpouring of anger, partly because of her killer's attempts to explain her death. Personal details about the 22-year-old's sex life were discussed in court and reported around the world.Grace Millane's murder provoked an outpouring of anger, partly because of her killer's attempts to explain her death

The case led to increased concerns about the defence and a campaign group called We Can't Consent To This was formed to put pressure on ministers to ban it.

 

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