The latest update on the trial of Leon Reinbrecht reveals yet another avenue for the defense that should not exist… a police officer meddling with a defense witness.
In a previous report we have heard how the victim’s corpse was tested and found to be in a state of intoxication at the time of his death. Perhaps this was included in the case to show that his death may not have been as painful as if he were sober. The significance of this fact in the case is minuscule in comparison to the fact that there has not been a report on the intoxication levels of the accused.
The simple facts of this case should be sufficient to warrant a clear verdict in this matter. Let us hope that the incompetence of some of the parties involved with the Crown’s case does not jeopardize a just result.
In any event, it certainly appears that this case has been bungled from the start and a thorough investigation of the handling of these matters should be undertaken.
Phil Mitchell
Blind Bay