Fatima Jama Secures Not Guilty Verdicts in Under Half an Hour

Fatima Jama secures unanimous not guilty verdicts for two counts of threats with an offensive weapon in a public place in under half an hour following a 4-day trial at Portsmouth Crown Court.

The defence exposed fundamental flaws in the prosecution’s case through thorough cross examination of the five prosecution witnesses highlighting the many inconsistencies. The Judge delivered scathing criticism of the Crown’s charging decision, questioning why the defendant’s serious allegations against the complainants, including burglary of her property, were never investigated. As evidence emerged during trial, it became clear the defendant’s claims had merit.

The Judge openly enquired whether prejudice influenced the decision to charge the defendant, while ignoring equally serious allegations against the complainants in this neighbour dispute. The jury saw through the imbalance, deliberating for less than half an hour before delivering unanimous not guilty verdicts on all counts.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Fatima was instructed by Toby Brothers Legal Solicitors.