A scuffle in the lolly aisle. The sickening death toll climbs. Another family face gut-wrenching grief | Lorena Allam
Briefly

The protests in Australia five years ago highlighted the urgent issue of Aboriginal deaths in custody, sparked by the tragic fate of David Dungay Jr. His death, resembling that of George Floyd, ignited outrage and drew attention to systemic injustices faced by Aboriginal families. Dungay's family has become integral to advocating for reform amidst an opaque investigation process. Despite clear failures by prison staff during his death, such as improper CPR and training deficiencies, the coroner's findings failed to hold guards accountable, revealing the ongoing struggle for justice in Aboriginal communities.
Junior's case exemplified the deep-seated issues within the justice system, depicting an endless cycle of pain for Aboriginal families seeking justice.
Despite the outcry following David Dungay Jr's death, systemic inefficiencies in training allow particular guards to evade accountability for their actions.
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