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The Case of Barry George'A must read', 'Very good', 'Fascinating', 'An extraordinarily competent piece of work', 'carefully researched ... meticulous', 'riveting reading'
Has justice been served or is an innocent man in prison and a cold-blooded killer still on the loose? That is the question you are asked to consider when reading my debut book The Case of Barry George.
This true crime book discusses the case of Barry George who, in
July 2001, was convicted of the murder of the television presenter
Jill Dando. The Barry George trial was very high-profile; it was the British equivalent of the OJ Simpson trial in the USA. Unlike Simpson, George was convicted and is still fighting against his conviction.
The murder of Jill Dando resulted in one of the largest police investigations
ever held in Britain. Dando's status as the 'face of the BBC', which was how she was frequently described after her death, meant the press eagerly followed all developments in the case. As a consequence of the immense media attention
and public concern, the police were aware that a conviction was necessary.
The Case of Barry George provides detailed discussion of the
murder, the police investigation and the subsequent conviction of Barry George.
My book discusses, in more detail than any other book on the case, all of the evidence and attempts to show
that what was termed "compelling evidence" does not prove
that George was in any way involved in this terrible crime. Indeed it
argues that George was elsewhere at the time of the murder. The weaknesses
in the prosecution's case are fully exposed and information that the jury
never heard, is covered. I have studied forensic science and psychology to show that the forensic evidence and eyewitness testimony provided at trial was highly misleading. On the basis of my research I have highlighted points that the defence really ought to have considered which, had the jury been fully informed of the issues, would have provided ample reason to acquit George. My conclusions are the result of my own research and not the words of Barry George or any of his supporters. My work contains facts that show this could very well be a case that will remain in the annals of criminal history as a lasting reminder of the failings of the British justice system.
This book, which provides some new information that I myself have had some role in acquiring, brings the story fully up to date with a mention of some latest
news in the conclusion. The news, which the public have not previously heard,
shows that the murder of Jill Dando and the case of Barry George continue
to surprise.
The Barry George trial, unsurprisingly, resulted in a large element of
what is known as 'trial by media'. Essentially the prosecution case
was presented via the media at the expense of the defence's case, which
most usually only had a passing reference. As a consequence a number
of misconceptions exist. My book attempts to inform people of the truth
so that they can realise what they have read and heard previously, is
incorrect.
My book argues George's innocence and ultimately leaves the reader with a serious question; who really did kill Jill Dando? I have provided some pointers that were not sufficiently considered by the police. It is interesting that since my book was published I have received a number of intimidating emails from another suspect in the investigation, a man mentioned in my book. Could he be Dando's real killer?
Although this is a book about a British case, it will be of interest to many who like true crime, current affairs and who are interested in the justice system. This case has implications on cases across the world, as it shows just how easily people can be convicted of crimes such as murder.
The book was published by Kempton Marks, an imprint of Authors OnLine Ltd.
The paperback is now out of print and so it is not easy to obtain through bookshops (a more updated version of the book has been published and is currently available through bookshops. For details of this book please click here. However, you can buy a signed copy from me direct. To do so, through paypal, please click on the button below:
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