Mental health of NSW grandmother accused of murdering two grandsons will be central issue in case, court hears

Kathleen Heggs, 66, charged with two counts of domestic violence murder over deaths of Max and Sam Johnson in CoonabarabranAustralia news live: latest politics updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastMental health will be the central issue in the case of a woman accused of murdering her two young grandsons in their rural home.Kathleen Joyce Heggs, 66, has been charged with two counts of domestic violence murder over the deaths of Max and Sam Johnson, aged seven and six.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading...

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