Molly Ticehurst's killer appeals 28-year sentence
Summarised from 2 outlets · 4 reports · Updated 12 Oct, 09:54 · Archive
Daniel Billings has filed notice of intention to appeal his 28-year sentence for murdering Molly Ticehurst.
Daniel Billings, 31, a former mine worker, killed Molly Ticehurst by smashing through her bedroom window at her home in Forbes, central western New South Wales, on 21 April 2024, and stabbing her 15 times. He carried out the attack as an act of revenge for her reporting allegations of rape to police. Billings had repeatedly threatened to kill her in the months after she ended their on-and-off relationship in December 2023.
NSW Supreme Court Justice Natalie Adams sentenced him to a maximum of 28 years' jail with a non-parole period of 20 years on 11 September. The sentence attracted widespread criticism for its perceived leniency. The NSW Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions said it would not challenge the sentence, but Billings filed a last-minute notice of intention to appeal late on Friday. He has one year to lodge a formal notice of appeal.
Billings' appeal likely dashes hopes of obtaining answers about Ms Ticehurst's dealings with domestic violence services before her death. Her mother Kate Shaw had implored Premier Chris Minns to release a government report into her contact with the state's Staying Home Leaving Violence scheme, which is designed to help victims improve their home security. Ms Shaw said her daughter was much loved and is sorely missed by the family and many friends.
How it is being reported
- ‘Bastard’ convicted killer Daniel Billings to appeal jail term over murder of Molly TicehurstConvicted murderer Daniel Billings has moved to appeal his jail term for killing his ex-partner Molly Ticehurst.Perth Now · 12 Oct, 10:27
- ‘Bastard’ convicted killer Daniel Billings to appeal jail term over murder of Molly TicehurstConvicted murderer Daniel Billings has moved to appeal his jail term for killing his ex-partner Molly Ticehurst.The West Australian · 12 Oct, 10:26
- Molly's murderer set to appeal, dashing family's hopesThe man who murdered Molly Ticehurst has flagged his intention to appeal his jail sentence, which attracted widespread criticism for its perceived leniency.Perth Now · 12 Oct, 09:43
- Molly's murderer set to appeal, dashing family's hopesThe man who murdered Molly Ticehurst has flagged his intention to appeal his jail sentence, which attracted widespread criticism for its perceived leniency.The West Australian · 12 Oct, 09:43
In this story: Daniel Billings · Molly Ticehurst · Natalie Adams · Kate Shaw · Chris Minns · Forbes · New South Wales · Staying Home Leaving Violence
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