Louisa Collins (11 August, 1847 – 8 January, 1889) was an Australian poisoner and convicted murderer. Collins, who was dubbed the "Borgia of Botany" by the press of the day, endured four trials in front of 48 men, after the first three juries failed to convict. Collins was hanged at Darlinghurst Gaol on the morning of 8 January 1889.
You can find people similar to Louisa Collins by visiting our lists 1880s murders in Australia and Mariticides.
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Date of birth | 11 August 1847
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Place of birth | Scone, New South Wales
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Date of death | 8 January 1889
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Place of death | Sydney, Australia
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