Woonona manslaughter trial: David Bagster allegedly assaulted Valmai Jane Birch, jury told

Natalie Croxon
Updated May 3 2022 - 8:33pm, first published 5:15pm
Valmai Jane Birch, who was known as Jane, died in March 2011. Her partner David Bagster is accused of her manslaughter.
Valmai Jane Birch, who was known as Jane, died in March 2011. Her partner David Bagster is accused of her manslaughter.

A manslaughter trial jury has heard that Woonona woman Valmai Jane Birch was seen bruised "black and blue" the year before her death.

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Natalie Croxon

Natalie Croxon

Journalist

Reporter at the Illawarra Mercury, mostly covering social affairs. Previously of the Bendigo Advertiser, Northern Daily Leader and Quirindi Advocate. Our Watch award winner.

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