Family and friends of Jingai Zhang, an Australian woman killed in 2020, are voicing strong doubts regarding the version of events presented by Tobias Pick, her killer, who received a reduced sentence for manslaughter. In an investigation by ABC, it was revealed that Pick's ex-girlfriend had accused him of physical abuse, including allegations that he was abusive on the day he killed Zhang. This revelation has intensified concerns about the validity of Pick's claims regarding the circumstances of Zhang's death, as skeptics question the fairness of his plea deal.

On Boxing Day 2020, Tobias Pick strangled 49-year-old Zhang, a Launceston sex worker, then fled the scene with her belongings, including her mobile phone and cash. Authorities accepted Pick's plea to manslaughter—which carries a significantly lower sentence than murder—believing his account that he acted in a moment of passion during a struggle, thus raising additional alarm among those close to Zhang. The less than three-year sentence has sparked outrage and led to calls for a review of how such cases are handled in terms of both victim rights and the justice system's treatment of offenders.

Following the sentencing, German law enforcement authorities have initiated mirror proceedings to further investigate the case, which could potentially bring more clarity regarding the events that led to Zhang's tragic death. Friends and family, disturbed by the loss of their loved one and the perceived leniency of Pick's punishment, are urging greater scrutiny of the circumstances surrounding her death and the justice given to its aftermath, emphasizing that they do not believe his account of the events leading to Zhang's death.