Indigenous deaths in custody in Australia hit highest level since 1980
BBC • 12/11/2025 • Last cited 12/14/2025
Summary
New figures indicate that Indigenous deaths in custody in Australia reached their highest level since 1980, with 33 out of 113 deaths recorded between last July and this June being Indigenous, according to the BBC.
Lindy Score Breakdown
35
Age (0-35)
35 days
4
Velocity (0-40)
1 source (low traction)
8
Tier (0-10)
BBC
0
Breadth (0-15)
1 unique
Total Score47/100
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Score BreakdownRisk 35
Source Reputation: Moderate trust (8/20 pts)
Consensus: Single source - no independent confirmation yet
Age: 35 days - proven survivor
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