An Australian man with Alzheimer’s tried to kill himself twice but was unsuccessful. His girlfriend helped him try a third time by providing him with a fatal dose of pills, which he took on his own. She was convicted of manslaughter.
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Why is this important? Assisted suicide is illegal in most countries.
Who is involved? Shirley Justins was convicted by a court in New South Wales, Australia. Graeme Wylie was the man who committed suicide.
Where is this happening? New South Wales, Australia.
How can you get involved? Learn law. Volunteer for to work with a hospice group. Many advocacy groups are involved with assisted suicide and euthanasia.
