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Manchester Evening News
Manchester Evening News
National
Sophie Halle-Richards

Sarah was forced to live on the streets after fleeing her abusive relationship... now a homeless charity is pledging to make sure no other women have to

When Sarah found the strength to leave her abusive partner she was at a complete loss of what do to next.

She didn't have access to the internet, and when she tried booking into a women's hostel she was told she would need to name her abuser - something she was too frightened to agree to.

Sarah, which isn't her real name, eventually found herself a place at a mixed sex shelter - where she finally felt safe. But as a result of her vulnerability, she was groomed by a man posing to be her friend.

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