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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Alexander Butler

Police officer moved to work with domestic violence victims despite probe into abusing partner

Katie Barron

A police officer was moved departments to work with domestic violence victims despite being under criminal investigation for a “cruel” four-year campaign of abuse against her partner, The Independent can reveal.

Abigail Barlow was accused of beating, kicking and strangling Katie Barron, leaving her with black and bleeding eyes, a bruised neck and chest pain, according to a witness statement given in court.

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