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Kieran Hayler Acquitted of Raping 13-Year-Old Girl; Judge Calls Katie Price a 'Dangerous Witness'
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What Happened?
Kieran Hayler has been acquitted of raping a 13-year-old girl in West Sussex in 2016. The judge criticized Katie Price, calling her a 'dangerous witness' during the trial.
Key points
- Kieran Hayler was found not guilty at Lewes Crown Court.
- The jury deliberated for nearly 15 hours before reaching a verdict.
- Hayler thanked the jury and expressed gratitude to his family after the verdict.
- Judge Mark van der Zwart criticized Katie Price's testimony as prejudicial.
- Hayler claimed the allegations were fabricated due to his fallout with Price.
Key insights
- The judge's remarks may influence future cases involving celebrity witnesses.
- Hayler's acquittal could impact public perception of similar allegations.
- The trial's focus on witness credibility raises questions about legal standards.
Why it matters
The case highlights issues of credibility and witness reliability in sensitive trials.
Entities
Kieran Hayler· PersonKatie Price· PersonWest Sussex· LocationLewes Crown Court· Location
Source
Times of India
