Man Charged in Domestic Abuse Manslaughter

0:00On March 6, police have charged a 45-year-old man with manslaughter in the death of Jillian Morand, a 36-year-old woman from Bexley, who passed away in March 2020. Initially ruled a suicide, her case reopened after reports of long-term domestic abuse surfaced, prompting detectives from the Metropolitan Police to. Launch a full investigation. On Thursday, the 5th of March, 2026, they arrested Sayhan Asaf from SIDCUP, and after reviewing evidence with prosecutors, charged him. With manslaughter and coercive controlling behavior, alleging the abuse played a role in her death. Officers describe this as a rare and complicated case, with few similar charges nationwide, and they're urging anyone who knew Jillian in the 10. Years before her death, to come forward with tips, no matter how small. Asaf faces Bromley magistrates court, on Saturday, the 7th of March, as police continue supporting her family and working to help domestic abuse. Survivors across the area.