assassinat de Bianca Devins

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Bianca Michelle Devins (October 2, 2001 – July 14, 2019) was an American teenager from Utica, New York, who was murdered by a male friend, Brandon Andrew Clark, on July 14, 2019. Following a botched suicide attempt, Clark was charged with second-degree murder. He subsequently pleaded guilty to the murder and was sentenced to 25 years to life in prison. Police reports stated that Devins and Clark were in an intimate relationship, although Devins perceived the relationship differently. Devins's sister called Clark a close family friend, while others feared he was exploitative. The murder took place after Clark allegedly witnessed Devins kissing another man. Devins's murder received considerable attention from the press and social media. Initial reports were marred by misinformation. Photos of Devins's corpse were taken by Clark and shared widely online, sparking both mockery and sympathy. Instagram and other social media platforms were criticized by users, experts, and politicians for their role in distributing these images, leading to the passing of "Bianca's Law" in New York State. Commentators have discussed the unique nature of the crime and its relation to the structure of social media.