Tony Martin, a farmer who gained notoriety for shooting and killing a teenage burglar on his Norfolk farm in 1999, has passed away at age 80. The incident, which involved the fatal shooting of 16-year-old Fred Barras, sparked a nationwide debate regarding the rights of homeowners to defend themselves against intruders. Martin was initially convicted of murder but later had his sentence reduced to manslaughter due to diminished responsibility. He gained public sympathy, but also faced criticism for taking the law into his own hands, highlighting the complex issues surrounding self-defense laws in the UK.
Tony Martin, a farmer who shot and killed a teenage burglar, has died at the age of 80, reigniting discussions on self-defense and vigilantism in the UK.
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