Man in court over alleged death threats to Brittany Higgins and her fiance

David Wonnocott faces Tweed Heads local court after police received information about alleged threats of violence made via social media

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A man accused of making death threats on social media against former political staffer Brittany Higgins and her fiance has appeared in court.

David William Wonnocott is facing charges after police received information about alleged threats of violence made through a social media platform.

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