In Court Podcast
Exploring arguments from both the prosecution and the defence whilst combing through evidence heard in major UK criminal cases.
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The Impact—Chris Kaba Killing - Police Officer on Trial
Thu 24 Oct 2024
What questions and debates does the Chris Kaba case highlight?
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Who was Chris Kaba?—Chris Kaba Killing - Police Officer on Trial
Tue 22 Oct 2024
As reporting restrictions lift post-verdict, we learn about Chris Kaba's criminal past.
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The Verdict—Chris Kaba Killing - Police Officer on Trial
Tue 22 Oct 2024
The trial concludes with the jury finding Martyn Blake not guilty of Chris Kaba's murder.
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The Closing Arguments—Chris Kaba Killing - Police Officer on Trial
Fri 18 Oct 2024
Before the jury retires, the barristers have one last chance to argue their case.
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The Burden of Proof—Chris Kaba Killing - Police Officer on Trial
Thu 17 Oct 2024
With the trial almost over, the judge advises the jury on how to reach a verdict.
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Officer Blake in the Witness Box: The Cross-Examination—Chris Kaba Killing - Police Officer on Trial
Tue 15 Oct 2024
Martyn Blake tells the jury he did not aim for Chris Kaba's head or intend to kill him.
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Officer Blake in the Witness Box—Chris Kaba Killing - Police Officer on Trial
Mon 14 Oct 2024
Martyn Blake tells the jury he was "filled with dread" before he killed Chris Kaba.
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Experts, Explanations and an Apology—Chris Kaba Killing - Police Officer on Trial
Thu 10 Oct 2024
The court hears Martyn Blake is "sorry" but insisted actions were "lawful and necessary".
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Officers in the Witness Box—Chris Kaba Killing - Police Officer on Trial
Tue 8 Oct 2024
The trial continues with nine police officers giving evidence.
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The Trial Begins—Chris Kaba Killing - Police Officer on Trial
Thu 3 Oct 2024
The trial begins with the prosecution arguing Martyn Blake's actions were unjustifiable.
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Introducing... Chris Kaba Killing - Police Officer on Trial—Chris Kaba Killing - Police Officer on Trial
Mon 30 Sep 2024
Firearms officer Martyn Blake is on trial over the fatal shooting of Chris Kaba.
