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Vigil takes place in Bristol in memory of Sabina Nessa

By Martin Booth  Saturday Sep 25, 2021

Candles flickered while darkness fell in Queen Square as dozens of people remembered Sabina Nessa.

The 28-year-old primary school teacher was found dead in a south-east London park, with police believing she was attacked shortly after leaving her home.

Those attending the vigil on Friday evening stood in silence in front of the statue of William III in the centre of the square.

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There was also a framed photo of Sabina, underneath which a few banners and flowers had been placed.

‘She was just walking home’ read one banner.

Another had the words ‘Protect your daughter’ crossed out and replaced with ‘Educate your son’.

Dozens of people gathered in Queen Square to remember the murdered primary school teacher – photo: Martin Booth

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Read more: Vigil held on College Green in memory of Sarah Everard

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