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Trial Begins for Man Linked to Wrongful Conviction

3/26/2026

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Story summary
  • Paul Quinn, 51, is on trial at Manchester Crown Court, denying the rape for which Andy Malkinson was wrongfully convicted.
  • Quinn acknowledges DNA was found on victim's clothing but says he does not know how it got there.
  • He faces two counts of rape and other charges related to the 2003 attack.
  • The prosecution argues that modern forensic testing linked his DNA to the victim, while Quinn maintains his innocence.