Investigation launched over NSW government scheme’s alleged failure to protect Molly Ticehurst

Review confirmed in state parliament after Guardian Australia revealed Forbes mother did not receive promised help to intruder-proof' home

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An investigation into the interactions between Molly Ticehurst and New South Wales government agencies and programs has been launched after it was revealed that the young mother was promised security upgrades to her home two weeks before she was allegedly murdered.

The NSW Cabinet Office investigation was launched after Guardian Australia revealed the Forbes mother was promised help to intruder-proof" her home as part of the Staying Home Leaving Violence (SHLV) scheme a fortnight before her death.

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