Crime Analyst

Ep 331: Australia’s Landmark Coercive Control Conviction with Sam Bouffler, Part 2

April 27, 2026·1h 2m
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Laura continues her in-depth analysis of the landmark case Police v Callum Fairleigh with survivor Sam Bouffler, moving beyond the initial conviction to further unpack the patterns, behaviours, and responses that shaped this significant outcome.   Key Analytical Takeaways: • Escalation and Pattern Recognition: How coercive control intensifies over time and why early identification of the pattern - not individual incidents - is critical. • Serial Perpetration: there’s always a history and multiple victims. • The Impact on Victims: Understanding the psychological and emotional toll of sustained coercive control and why victims may not be able to leave safely. • Prevention and Protection: A national register of abusers is needed to ensure men’s histories of controlling and abusive behaviour are joined up   Episode Resources and Support:If you or someone you know is experiencing coercive control, help is available: ·       1800RESPECT: Call 1800 737 732 for 24/7 support and counseling. ·       NSW Domestic Violence Line: 1800 656 463. ·       Empower You App: A tool for discreetly documenting abuse and finding support.   This episode contains important, life-changing and life-saving information about coercive control, risk, and recognising patterns of abuse. Listen and share this episode. You could save a life.   #CoerciveControl #SamBouffler #CrimeAnalyst #expert #TrueCrime #DomesticAbuse #BehaviouralAnalysis #Podcast #Prevention #ListenLearnShare     Clip  https://www.dailymotion.com/video/x9qvax2   Thank You to the Crime Analyst Sponsors Who Make the Show Possible. Support The Show Through the Sponsors:Amplify your spring look with Thrive Causemetics. Go to thrivecausemetics.com/ANALYSTS for an exclusive offer of 20% off your first order.   Refresh your everyday with luxury you'll use. Head to Quince.com/CRIMEANALYST for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too.   Visit MedExpress.co.uk to your check your eligibility and get £40 off with code CRIMEANALYST.   Ready to reach your goals? Visit forhers.com/crime to get personalized, affordable care that gets you.    Follow Sam on TikTok: @sammieejade0   Laura’s Resources and Training information: www.dashriskchecklist.com    www.thelaurarichards.com      Crime Analyst YouTube, Socials and Website    YouTube @crimeanalyst     Facebook Crime Analyst Podcast    Instagram @crimeanalyst @laurarichards999    Threads @crimeanalyst    X @thecrimeanalyst @laurarichards999     TikTok @crimeanalystpod    Website www.crime-analyst.com     Leave a 5* Review https://www.crime-analyst.com/reviews/new/    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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