Family of murdered teacher angry over ‘light’ sentences for killers

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August 15, 2025

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Family of murdered teacher angry over ‘light’ sentences for killers

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Ralph Banwarie

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The family of slain teacher Bhagmat Seemungal has condemned the reduced prison terms given to five men, including her husband, who pleaded guilty to her 2009 murder.

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