Where Is Bruce Schuler Ep 06 A Legal Perspective
Jan 11, 2024
Graeme speaks with Jeff Johnson, a retired solicitor with over 50 years of legal experience, to unpack the Bruce Shuler case. They discuss troubling discrepancies in evidence and the need for a coronial inquest. Delving into circumstantial evidence, they explore how pivotal phone calls can sway juries. Johnson highlights the complexities of legal interpretations in high-profile trials, shedding light on ignored evidence that could exonerate defendants. The conversation weaves together legal insights and critical questions about justice in today's climate.
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Circumstantial Evidence Basis
- The trial was based entirely on circumstantial evidence without a body or direct proof of death.
- The jury could reasonably infer guilt from the available facts.
Missing Guns and Phone Call
- Missing guns and a suspicious phone call were key factors supporting the inference of guilt.
- These elements strongly suggested the defendants tried to cover up the crime.
Misdirecting Police Call
- Wilson's call misdirecting police suggested a guilty mind aiming to divert the investigation.
- No rational explanation for the call was provided, deepening suspicions.