'Poison seller' who sold my daughter fatal drugs should rot in hell
The mother of a British woman who died by suicide is criticizing a plea deal that prevents the prosecution of a Canadian man who sold lethal substances online. While the man admitted to aiding suicides in Canada, families of the 79 British victims feel justice has not been served.
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This raises complex legal and ethical questions regarding international jurisdiction and accountability for online platforms and individuals facilitating self-harm.
Image source, Family handout Image caption, Imogen Nunn died after ingesting a poison she ordered online
A Canadian man who sold toxic chemicals to people who went on to kill themselves should "rot in hell", the mother of a British woman who took her own life has said.
Imogen Nunn, known as Immy, died at her Brighton flat in January 2023 aged 25 after buying a substance online from Kenneth Law.
Law has admitted 14 counts of aiding suicides in Canada after meeting people in online suicide forums. But almost 80 deaths in the UK have also been linked to him.
However, as part of a plea deal with Canadian authorities, Law will not face charges in the UK or over any British deaths.
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