Profiles

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Tamsin - Interview 06

One day in 2007 Tamsin said goodbye to her brother. That evening Matthew died when his motorbike collided with a car. Tamsin was devastated. Her partner and her family support her but she misses Matthew dreadfully and the pain doesn't get any easier.

  • Background

    Tamsin is a Project manager. She is co-habiting. Ethnic background/nationality: White British

  • Age at interview 37
  • Sex/Gender Female
  • Julie - Interview 09

    In September 2006 Julie's sister, Shirley, was murdered by Shirley's ex-partner. She had suffered domestic violence for a while. Julie and the family were shocked. Julie now cares for Shirley's son. She has been supported by her family and friends.

  • Background

    Julie is a Student nurse. She is married and has 3 children. Ethnic background/nationality: White British.

  • Age at interview 38
  • Sex/Gender Female
  • Stephen - Interview 12

    In 2006 Stephen was crossing the road with his brother and brother-in-law. They were hit by a drunk driver. Stephen was severely injured and his brother was killed. The driver pleaded guilty to causing death by dangerous driving. It was a terrible shock.

  • Background

    Stephen is an ex-carer, ex-delivery driver (unable to work due to injury). He is single and has 1 child. Ethnic background/nationality: White British.

  • Age at interview 49
  • Sex/Gender Male
  • Susanna - Interview 17

    Susanna lost her brother in the terrorist bombings in Bali on 12th October 2002. Dan was killed instantly and his wife was badly burnt. With other bereaved relatives she started the UK Bali Bombing Victims Group.

  • Background

    Susanna is an architect. She is in a civil partnership and has 1 child. Ethnic background/nationality: White British

  • Sex/Gender Female
  • Erykah - Interview 22

    In 2002 Erykah's brother was shot many times. His death was a terrible shock, and at first Erykah couldn't believe it. Erykah's faith keeps her strong. She has found support via the organisation, Mothers against Violence (MAV).

  • Background

    Erykah is an outreach worker and student. She is single and has 2 children. Ethnic background/nationality: White/black Caribbean

  • Age at interview 36
  • Sex/Gender Female
  • Matthew - Interview 26

    Matthew's brother, Timothy, was killed in the Bali bombing in 2002. He died instantly. His death was a terrible shock to the family. His body was brought back to the UK. Matthew is proud of the beautiful memorial that stands in London for those who died.

  • Background

    Matthew is a Chartered Surveyor. He is married and has 4 children. Ethnic background/nationality: White British

  • Age at interview 48
  • Sex/Gender Male
  • Adam - Interview 27

    In 2005 Adam's brother, Lloyd, was murdered in the street. He was attacked by two men, who said that they were drunk at the time. Adam, his parents and friends were devastated. Since then Adam has worked hard to try to prevent other violent crime.

  • Background

    Adam is a staff nurse. He is co-habiting. Ethnic background/nationality: White British.

  • Age at interview 22
  • Sex/Gender Male
  • Ian - Interview 32

    In 1999 Ian's brother, Dorrie, was shot. He died soon afterwards. Ian was deeply shocked but he supported the rest of the family and kept his faith in God. Dorrie's death made Ian reassess his life, and live not only for himself but also for Dorrie.

  • Background

    Ian is a Parenting Officer. He is married and has 1 child. Ethnic background/nationality: Black British

  • Age at interview 39
  • Sex/Gender Male