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Police Failures in Kelly Wilkinson's Murder Case Exposed

3/3/2026

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An inquest into Kelly Wilkinson's murder revealed failures in handling her domestic violence complaints, labeling reports as 'lower priority' despite a 'high-risk' flag.
The coroner said officers did not act on her complaints days before Johnston, her estranged husband, killed her.
The inquest will examine whether police adhered to protocols.
One officer faced disciplinary review for inappropriate comments.
Johnston was sentenced to life in prison after pleading guilty.

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An inquest into Kelly Wilkinson's murder revealed failures in handling her domestic violence complaints, labeling reports as 'lower priority' despite a 'high-risk' flag.
The coroner said officers did not act on her complaints days before Johnston, her estranged husband, killed her.
The inquest will examine whether police adhered to protocols.
One officer faced disciplinary review for inappropriate comments.
Johnston was sentenced to life in prison after pleading guilty.