Amber Haigh murder trial: how a red herring' witness and poor policing hampered the hunt for answers
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Amber Haigh, a vulnerable 19-year-old new mother, vanished in June 2002, leaving no trace. Two decades later, her family's search for closure remains unfulfilled.
After spending over two years in prison, Robert and Anne Geeves were found not guilty of Amber Haigh's murder, with the judge citing the lack of evidence linking them to her disappearance.
Justice Julia Lonergan's summary of Amber's life highlighted her experiences of abuse and the absence of unconditional love, which contributed to her vulnerability and tragic fate.
The courtroom's reaction to the verdict illustrated the tension and unresolved grief surrounding Amber Haigh's case, with family members left devastated at the lack of justice.
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