When given the responsibility of bringing the perpetrators to justice, one would expect the Prosecution to be thorough with the contents of the case, at least have basic knowledge about the terminology used in court. But when lawyers from the Prosecution are unsure of what 'speculation' is and are not familiar with their evidence, can we trust them to deliver justice to the late Mrs. Astley.
From ambiguous opening statements to factually inaccurate claims, there is no shortage of mistakes from the Prosecution's side. Moreover, it appears as though the Prosecution's lawyers are not well versed with court-room protocol and propriety, since one of their lawyers deemed it fit to leave mid-questioning the witness.
The Prosecution lawyer unable to extract any key information from the witness resorted to repeating questions and, evidently showing that there has not been adequate preparation done from the Prosecution's side. The lawyer 'walked off' after not having adequate information to question the witness, clearly displaying her indifference to the court.
Confused over whether Linda knew about her husband's affair through love letters or a text message from her friend Rebecca, the Prosecution lawyers wasted a considerable amount of time in court.
The Astley murder case is complicated as it is and cannot afford any more unnecessary complications due to the incompetence of the Prosecution. Justice in all forms is in serious jeopardy when left to the hands of such a prosecution. Controversies are imminent considering the uncertainty and oblivion of the prosecution.
As Joseph Addison once said, "There is no virtue so truly great and godlike as justice". Will the incompetence of the Prosecution hinder the course of this case and cause roadblocks on this path to attaining justice for the deceased?
- Kaavya Prasanth
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