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Damages Awarded: The couple whose trial and wrongful convictions in the death of their infant daughter inspired the movie “A Cry in the Dark” was awarded $320,000 in damages Tuesday in Darwin, Australia. Lindy and Michael Chamberlain said their daughter was carried away by a wild dog, or dingo. Their convictions were overturned after a lengthy legal battle. Most of the award will go toward legal fees. The baby vanished from the couple’s campsite in central Australia in August 1980. Her body was never found. The Chamberlains are seeking an additional 3.1 million in damages. The claim has not yet been heard by the Northern Territory government.