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British Man Detained for Suspected Murder of Partner in France
3/21/2026
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Story summary
- George Goodayle, a British man aged 47, is detained by French police on suspicion of murdering his partner, Jayne Nicholson.
- Nicholson, 49, was found with two bullet wounds at their home near Brillac, France.
- George Goodayle surrendered to authorities.
- He says the shooting was accidental.
- The couple had been together since June 2025.
