A murder trial hears forensic evidence about injuries on 49-year-old Frances Crawford, with pathologists describing signs that could be consistent with strangulation. ABC Australia reports a forensic pathologist says the injuries were consistent with being strangled in a chokehold and with attempts to free herself.
The West Australian and PerthNow frame the testimony around what they describe as “striking” and “puzzling” injuries, alongside trial details that include the presence of a lawnmower, a remote property setting, and allegations about the accused husband. 7News Australia adds that the injury pattern is described as a “difficult” match to a lawnmower-related crash, while still acknowledging that the injuries could be explained by either accident or deliberate strangulation.
Across outlets, the reporting centers on whether the injuries align with strangulation versus an accident scenario, and how forensic findings are interpreted by the court and presented to the jury.
