The NSW Director of Public Prosecutions will review a decision not to prosecute two men over the brutal death of a woman on a beach in the state's north.
The body of 33-year-old Lynette Daley, also known as Norma, was found naked and bloodied on Ten Mile Beach in January 2011 after she had violent sex with two men when she was drunk.
The men, Adrian Attwater and Paul Maris, were charged by police but the DPP chose not to prosecute.
On Wednesday, NSW DPP director Lloyd Babb SC announced he would review that decision, saying he had sought independent advice from two "highly regarded" private barristers.
"It is appropriate that I review the matter to determine whether the correct decision was made," Mr Babb said in a statement.
"Given the importance of maintaining public confidence in the administration of justice, I have taken the unusual step of seeking advice from independent counsel, Philip Strickland SC and Belinda Baker."
Mr Babb's statement followed calls for action from NSW Attorney-General Gabrielle Upton and Clarence MP Chris Gulaptis, as well as an online petition signed by more than 30,000 people.
Mr Babb said he would advise the public of his decision.
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