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Alleged Rapist's Trial Delayed by Injury, Raises Justice Concerns

2/25/2026

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Story summary

An alleged rapist released in error from HMP Wormwood Scrubs cannot attend trial in the UK due to a skiing injury.
He left country after bail was granted in error.
A judge issued a warrant for his arrest and ordered an investigation into the release error.
Crown Prosecution Service may hold the trial in his absence, with a decision next week.
The incident raises concerns about the justice system's reliability.

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Story summary

An alleged rapist released in error from HMP Wormwood Scrubs cannot attend trial in the UK due to a skiing injury.
He left country after bail was granted in error.
A judge issued a warrant for his arrest and ordered an investigation into the release error.
Crown Prosecution Service may hold the trial in his absence, with a decision next week.
The incident raises concerns about the justice system's reliability.