Mr BB

Mr BB was convicted in April 2000 of rape, buggery, and indecent assault. Mr BB received a sentence of ten years’ imprisonment.

The CCRC received an application for review of the conviction in August 2001.

During review, the CCRC obtained new evidence which cast substantial doubt over the reliance that could be placed on the evidence of complainants and witnesses in the case.

This included previous allegations of rape which had not disclosed to the defence.

In addition, the CCRC found discrepancies between the evidence of a complainant at trial and in her subsequent application to the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority.

The CCRC concluded these discrepancies were relevant to an assessment of the complainant’s credibility.

The CCRC referred the conviction in December 2004.

The Court of Appeal quashed the conviction in June 2006.