The presiding judge in the trial of Sergeant David Newton has determined that certain military statements could be used as evidence. The judge’s ruling follows a review of evidence presented during the trial, acknowledging the potential value of military accounts in reconstructing events leading up to the incident. Prosecutors intend to present these statements to bolster the case against Newton, focusing on his role in the events surrounding the Bloody Sunday massacre. The judge’s decision addresses a specific aspect of the prosecution’s strategy, seeking to provide a more comprehensive account of the events.
Credits: The Straits Times World News
