Epiphany
If the video evidence was as clear as you imply then it's surprising that the prosecution dropped every charge.
It's well known that cameras can distort and give a false impression. That may well have been a factor the prosecutor took into account after the footage had been carefully examined by experts.
Is there any such animal as a guilty person these days?
Yes, lots of them. I was a barrister for 33 years and spent about half my time prosecuting, more often than not successfully. However, just because someone is charged (or even actually prosecuted) doesn't necessarily mean they are guilty.
- or being a lawyer possibly not
That quip is as silly as if I was to imply that, 'being a helicopter pilot', you possibly lack co-ordination and motor skills.
Whatever the rights or wrongs of this particular incident, the story serves as a useful warning re video cameras.
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