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Matthew Devereaux threatened boss after his son lied about wages
✓ Bendigo AdvertiserPower & Policy

Matthew Devereaux threatened boss after his son lied about wages

A Flora Hill man made threatening calls to a business owner based on his son's false claim of underpayment, only learning the truth from police.

Why it mattersThe case shows how false accusations can trigger serious crimes, and how addiction can drive otherwise decent people to illegal actions.

AustraliaA Bendigo court case highlights the risks of making threats based on unchecked claims, and how intervention for alcohol abuse can help prevent further offences.

✓ Claims checked against the source. checked 23 h ago

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