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Prison boss said Veronica Nelson's family wanted 'someone to blame' in leaked email

A leaked email has revealed the head of the prison where Veronica Nelson died in custody told staff last year the Aboriginal woman's family wanted "someone to blame" and accused the media of sensationalist coverage.

Veronica Nelson's family has given permission for the use of her name and image.

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