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Footscray man fights rape and murder charges
Published 4 weeks, 2 days ago
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Michael James Chalmers is facing rape and murder charges over the death of 62-year-old sex worker Yuko at the Rainbow Garden brothel in Footscray 18 months ago. CCTV footage allegedly shows Chalmers grabbing the victim in a headlock before leaving 31 minutes later, with police discovering her body two days later during a welfare check. The defence disputes DNA evidence while supporters have held vigils outside court, highlighting violence against migrant sex workers, as the magistrate considers whether the case will proceed to trial.
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