Rejected petition Clear Richard Osborn-Brooks who stabbed an intruder in his home of all charges.

Richard Osborn-Brooks was in his home when burglars broke in. Richard was cornered into his kitchen by one intruder using a screw driver as a weapon. In self defence, Richard was forced to stab the intruder who died as a result. Richard has been arrested on suspicion of murder and granted bail.

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Date submitted 5 April 2018
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