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Anna Renou’s client, who was 31 at the time and had no previous convictions, was accused of a single count of Rape. Despite investigation at the time, the case was not charged until 2025 and brought to trial in June 2026.
Following a five-day trial at Harrow Crown Court, and careful cross-examination of the complainant, the jury returned unanimous not guilty verdicts.
The defendant’s good character remains intact.
Anna was instructed from David Holms, Dalton Holmes Gray.
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