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flag South Australia is reviewing the parole decision to release James Vlassakis, a Snowtown murders convict, after victims’ families protested.

flag The South Australian government has launched a review of the parole decision that would release James Vlassakis, a convicted killer linked to the 1990s Snowtown murders, in which 12 people were killed. flag Vlassakis, who was 18 when he participated in four murders and later testified against his co-accused, received a life sentence with a 26-year non-parole period. flag The Parole Board approved his release in August, citing remorse and rehabilitation, along with strict conditions. flag The decision sparked backlash from victims’ families, prompting Attorney-General Kyam Maher to refer the case to the Parole Administrative Review Commissioner. flag A hearing is expected soon, though details are confidential. flag Vlassakis’s identity remains protected, and his image has not been released. flag Another accomplice was released in 2024.

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