Metropolitan Police officer Martyn Blake has been cleared of all charges related to the shooting of Mr. Chris Kaba, following a high-profile trial that captured public attention.
Mr. Chris Kaba, an unarmed 24-year-old Black man, was fatally shot by Officer Blake in South London in September 2022, during a vehicle stop that sparked widespread protests and calls for justice.
The court concluded that Officer Blake acted lawfully in the line of duty, citing that he believed Mr. Kaba posed a potential threat, which justified the use of lethal force.
The verdict has drawn mixed reactions from the public and activists, with some expressing relief over the officer’s acquittal, while others continue to raise concerns over police accountability and the treatment of minorities.