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Shane Barker murder trial hears no evidence of KFC visit by couple accused of 2009 killing

Shane Barker's body was found inside his house on August 3, 2009. (Supplied: Hobart Mercury)
  • In short: A 2009 police interview played to a Supreme Court in Launceston has raised doubts about the accused whereabouts on the night of the murder
  • What's next? The trial, which has been underway since late April, will continue this week

A man accused of murder told Tasmania Police his wife suggested they lie about their whereabouts on the night of the murder because it would be better if they were at home.

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