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Xanthe Mallett

Xanthe Mallett

Xanthe Mallett is an author and associate professor of criminology at the University of Newcastle.

Erin Patterson speaking outside her home in 2023.

In Erin Patterson’s mind, there was only ever one victim: herself

As a criminologist, I’ve seen crocodile tears many times before. From day one it was clear to me that she felt no real sympathy for what her family was going through.

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Melissa Caddick went for a run eight days ago and hasn't been seen since. Photo: NSW Police Media

What kind of person defrauds family and friends like Melissa Caddick?

There are a number of different types of fraudsters.

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