Elder abuse case highlights silent suffering in Australia
An 88 year old Cynthia Thoresen dies after weeks of neglect in Perth linked to caregiver Marguerite Thoresen. AP investigation shows elder abuse affects tens of millions globally, with weak reporting and limited prosecutions. Coroners and police faced silence, legal gaps, and ambiguous culpability.
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