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Wives who kill in a cycle of family violence
A New Hampshire report details three cases of women who killed their husbands amid severe abuse, noting the rise of provocation defenses and a broader pattern of violence against women. It cites Ann Pelton, Priscilla Szelog, and Catherine Kelley, plus expert commentary on abuse, fear, and legal outcomes.
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New Hampshire
Francine Hughes
Dansville
Mich
Deanna Crawford
Nashua
Ms. Crawford