Rabah Kherbane’s client found Not Guilty after six-week firearms conspiracy trial at the Old Bailey

Rabah Kherbane represented MH who was unanimously acquitted after a six-week trial at the Central Criminal Court. MH was charged on allegations of conspiracy to transfer a firearm and ammunition.

During the conspiracy period, MH was in custody at HMP Wandsworth. The prosecution alleged that MH had facilitated the sale of a loaded firearm from his prison cell, using an illegal burner phone. The prosecution alleged the loaded handgun was sold on to two separate suspects who did not feature in the trial, and were known to have an interest in amassing weapons for the purpose of committing murder. The prosecution had previously alleged the firearms transfer was linked to contract killings.

The Defence case involved comprehensive analysis of call data records, including patterns and sequencing, disclosure on prison material and intelligence, and a detailed examination of the prison regime at HMP Wandsworth.

The jury returned Not Guilty verdicts after two days of deliberation. The case was prosecuted by King’s Counsel and Junior.

Rabah was instructed by Takk & Co. Solicitors.

For more information about Rabah, please contact our Senior Clerk Matthew Butchard.