The News Agents Chris Kaba killing: should it have ever gone to trial?
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Oct 22, 2024 In this thought-provoking discussion, investigative reporter Andy Hughes and former Crown Prosecution head Ken MacDonald dive deep into the controversial Chris Kaba case. They unpack the challenges the Crown Prosecution Service faced in bringing the case to court and the emotional fallout from the not guilty verdict. The episode highlights critical issues of trust between the police and communities, the complexities of prosecuting police actions, and the longstanding impacts of institutional racism on public perception and justice.
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Chris Kaba's Alleged Criminal History
- Chris Kaba, shot by police officer Martin Blake, was reportedly a hitman for a prominent South London gang.
- He was allegedly involved in two shootings the week before his death, including an assassination attempt.
Information Withheld from Jury
- Information about Kaba's criminal history was withheld from the jury due to legal restrictions.
- Martin Blake was only aware of Kaba's car being linked to shootings, not his full history.
Journalists' Views on the Trial
- Journalists covering the trial considered the prosecution's case weak.
- Some described the not-guilty verdict as the most obvious they had ever seen.