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Introducing... Parole Hearing of a Killer

William Dunlop killed Julie Hogg in Billingham in 1989. His conviction changed legal history. Dunlop was jailed for life and is now up for a rare public parole hearing.

A murderer whose conviction changed legal history is about to face a public parole hearing.

William Dunlop killed Julie Hogg in Billingham in 1989, but jurors twice failed to convict him. After a 15-year fight, he was finally jailed for life.

Now, Dunlop faces a rare public parole hearing.

Anthony Day and Philippa Goymer take you into the Royal Courts of Justice to uncover what happens next and what it means for Julie Hogg's family.

Presenters: Philippa Goymer and Anthony Day
Producer: Alex Booth
Researcher: Paula MacDonald

Credit: 成人论坛 Look North

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