Our client was charged along with an adult co-defendant of hitting an elderly victim with stones and a hammer whilst he was walking on a canal towpath.  An independent witness claimed that our client kicked the victim as he was struggling on the floor

Our client who turned 18 on the day of the trial maintained that he had not been involved in the incident and had not assaulted the victim.  Our client’s good character was in jeopardy as was the job he had just obtained.

The co-defendant pleaded guilty on the morning of the trial after all the witnesses turned up to give evidence and the CPS dropped the case against our client.

Criminal trials often involve several defendants and it can be difficult working out who was involved which means you need a lawyer who can provide high quality advice and advocacy to ensure the best outcome.

If you need assistance defending a criminal prosecution involving serious violence please contact us by email or by telephone on 0113 222 4888.