In the ongoing murder trial of Richard Satchwell, defense lawyer Brendan Grehan SC argued that the defendant's prolonged campaign of deceit surrounding his wife Tina's death did not constitute murder. Grehan highlighted Mr. Satchwell's actions—including lying for over six years after burying her at home—as reprehensible but insisted they should not define him as a killer. The judge is expected to charge the jury next week before they deliberate on a verdict regarding the accusations against Satchwell.
Brendan Grehan SC emphasized that the accused's reprehensible actions and lies over six-and-a-half years do not equate to murder, highlighting a crucial aspect of the defense's argument.
During the trial, it was pointed out that while Richard Satchwell's behavior surrounding his wife's death was deplorable, it lacked the necessary elements to prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.
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