Geoffrey Robertson KC, a prominent human rights lawyer, has urged an investigation into the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) following its decision to charge footballer Sam Kerr with racially aggravated harassment. Kerr was found not guilty after making comments to a Metropolitan police officer during a distressing incident. Robertson argued that the charge lacked public interest, particularly as the criminal justice system is struggling with funding and effectiveness. He criticized the CPS’s motivations and the expense incurred in pursuing the case, suggesting that such matters should not be prosecuted, especially when there is no public disorder involved.
Geoffrey Robertson KC argues that the CPS should investigate its own decision to charge Sam Kerr, questioning the public interest and appropriateness amidst a chaotic justice system.
Robertson criticized the prosecution of Kerr as unnecessary, emphasizing that cases lacking public disorder should not reach trial, especially given the current state of the criminal justice system.
The CPS initially declined to charge Kerr due to insufficient evidence, but pursued it after a second statement from the involved officer, raising concerns over prosecutorial conduct.
Kerr's lawyer contended that the CPS violated its own guidelines, claiming an abuse of process and highlighting inconsistencies in the officer's initial and follow-up statements.
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