PremiumMegan WilsonMultimedia Journalist·Rotorua Daily Post·9 Sep, 2026 06:55 AM5 mins to read‌Rachael Eddy is on trial in the High Court at Rotorua for the murder of fellow homeless person Ross Kennedy in October 2024. Photo / Kelly MakihaWARNING: This story mentions sexual abuseThe lawyer for a homeless woman accused of murdering her “best mate” has urged the jury to acquit her because she was defending herself with no “murderous intent”.

The Crown alleges Rachael Anne Eddy, 51, murdered Ross Kennedy, 63, at Eddy’s campsite