Jonathon Russell

Jonathon Russell is the former partner of Katie Madden. He is newsworthy because Madden took her own life shortly after a phone call with him, during which he was allegedly "vile", according to a witness. At the time of the call, Russell was on bail for allegedly assaulting Madden and was under a no-contact order. Following Madden's death, the police dropped the domestic violence inquiry. This case highlights the challenges faced by police in investigating domestic abuse cases, particularly those that may contribute to a victim's suicide. It also underscores the need for greater resources and attention to domestic abuse, as highlighted by the National Police Chiefs’ Council's acknowledgment of the issue and commitment to doing more.