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'Gut feeling': Daughter of slain woman found near North Saskatchewan River speaks out about domestic violence

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Abbey Robson’s mother, Ashley Burke , 43 , was found slain along the North Saskatchewan River on Dec. 30 .

Police have arrested 31-year-old Daniel Boothman for second -degree murder.

Robson described her mother as a “strong, kind-hearted’ woman who loved life and was always there for anyone who needed her.

Burke 's death is one of four cases across the country and the second in Alberta in the last two weeks .

“I couldn’t help my mom before she passed away, and I feel like this is what I can do for my mom,” said Robson .

Allen said femicide and domestic violence cases are going to continue to grow if measures aren't taken to face issues like housing head-on.

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