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How anonymous witnesses saw justice done

Source: The Independent

Birmingham : United Kingdom | about 1 year ago

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The practice has allowed police to secure convictions after encountering a wall of silence from people too frightened to appear in court. Many, particularly those involved in gang-related violence, have only been prepared to speak out on the condition of anonymity.

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