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Murder of Maxwell Confait

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Maxwell Thomas Berty Confait (1945 – 21 or 22 April 1972), also known locally as Michelle and "Handbag", was a 26-year-old Seychelles-born cross-dresser who was murdered in London, England, on either 21 or 22 April 1972. The investigation into Confait's death and the convictions of three youths based on confessions of dubious validity raised questions about police procedures in the United Kingdom and caused a major review in how police treat suspects, particularly minors and the "educationally subnormal". This ultimately led to the introduction of appropriate adults to the legal system in England and Wales.

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Murder of Maxwell Confait
Doggett Road, London Ladywell (London Borough of Lewisham)

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