victim
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Henderson said that detectives and specialist officers were supporting the victim and his family "at this difficult time".
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
Following assessment and initial treatment at the scene, the victim was taken to Royal Victoria Hospital.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
On the other hand, he said, “insurance companies have not historically been great investors,” and “if you’re a hurricane victim and you need a place to sleep tomorrow, you need the cash right now.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
Dumfries sheriff Euan Cameron said his offence was at the "lower end" of harm and fined him £2,700 with a £175 victim surcharge.
From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026
Archaeologists who come across these 110 skeletons may too easily conclude that most fell victim to some natural disaster.
From "Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind" by Yuval Noah Harari
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