A FAIR PRICE?

A man who will be sentenced this week for accidentally shooting his partner dead while posing for photos with a cut-down shotgun wants money for their infant daughter in exchange for telling his story.

Mr X pleaded guilty to manslaughter and unlawful possession of a firearm in relation to the fatal shooting at their home.

Ms H, 20, died instantly after Mr X shot her in the head as he posed for the photos.

Approached by Sunday News for a possible interview after sentencing, Mr X said he was prepared to speak but only for at least $5000 – to be paid into a bank account for the 14-month-old child.

The question: is it right to pay for a story in these circumstances?
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