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flag Multiple high-profile cases in Illawarra, including convictions for rape, murder, and assault, drew national attention in 2025.

flag In 2025, the Illawarra region saw multiple high-profile court cases draw national attention. flag Former NSW MP Gareth Ward was convicted of sexual assault and rape, sentenced to five years and nine months, and plans to appeal. flag The January murder of Jack Westren led to charges against seven minors, with five upgraded to murder. flag A Horsley grandmother faces stabbing charges involving her daughter-in-law and grandson, with Ozempic use mentioned in bail proceedings. flag Three individuals, including two teens, were jailed for a severe beach attack on an international student. flag Four teenage girls pleaded guilty to manslaughter in the 2023 stabbing death of Kristie McBride, with sentencing pending. flag Investigators charged Leon Boeyen in connection with the 1993 disappearance of Pauline Sowry. flag An Illawarra father remains on trial for allegedly causing life-threatening injuries to his newborn son. flag A Supreme Court judge found Aaron Lord responsible for killing homeless man Raymond McCormack in May 2024 but declared him not criminally responsible due to mental health factors.

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