Nicholas Billings has been charged with murder following the tragic death of Molly Ticehurst in her Forbes, NSW home.
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The NSW Government has sought urgent legal advice to determine if bail laws need to be reformed, particularly in relation to domestic violence offenses, following the tragic murder of a young Forbes mother. Crown Advocate David Kell SC will provide advice on the decisions leading up to the alleged murder of Molly Ticehurst, including the granting of bail to her alleged killer, Daniel Billings. The advice will be delivered by the end of May.
The tragic death of Molly Ticehurst has exposed the glaring inadequacies of our laws in protecting women from male violence. Despite being released on bail after being accused of sexually assaulting Molly, her alleged murderer Daniel Billings went on to harm her fatally. This incident highlights the urgent need for drastic changes to prevent such tragedies from recurring.
The government must act swiftly to strengthen laws that restrict males from stalking females. The existing measures have proven to be ineffective, leading to fatal consequences. History has shown that when laws fail, we have a responsibility to amend them. The Port Arthur massacre serves as a sobering reminder that even the most harrowing events can be transformed into positive change if we have the commitment.
Urgent action is required, and inquiries are merely a waste of precious time. The police, under the supervision of the courts, must be empowered to control men accused of these offenses. Reporting conditions and personal trackers are effective means of monitoring their location and behavior. These restrictions are commonly applied to drug dealers, so there is no reason not to extend them to men who pose a physical risk to women.
The principle of deterrence should guide our criminal law. By informing dangerous men that their movements will be tracked, we can potentially save lives. The government has a duty to protect its citizens, and the rights of individuals should not take precedence over the safety of women.
A cultural change alone is not enough and may take decades to materialize. Now is the time for immediate action to break the cycle of violence and impose change. The death of Molly Ticehurst must not be in vain.
Following the recent discovery of human remains in Coogee, New South Wales, the government has announced an independent review into the circumstances surrounding the disappearance and alleged murder of young mother Molly Ticehurst. The review aims to determine whether there were any missed opportunities to prevent or solve the case.