Gangster Acquitted in 1992 Murder Case
Paul Ferris was acquitted of murdering Arthur Thompson in 1992. The trial lasted over 18 months and was the longest in Scottish criminal history.
Why it matters
The acquittal highlights the complexity of historical criminal cases and the challenges of proving guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.
Key facts
- charge
- killing
- jurisdiction
- Scottish
- status
- cleared
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family celebrates verdict
Members of Ferris' family gathered to celebrate the verdict, which ended a long legal battle for the accused.
Common questions
when did the trial end?
The trial concluded in 1994 after more than 18 months of proceedings.
Sources
- Crime boss' family 'pop champagne' after notorious gangster acquitted of infamous murder dies By Norman Silvester, Fahad Tariq, Ryan Price, Manchester Eve News Crime · manchestereveningnews.co.uk
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