Durhamfootman wrote:unsurprising that the case for the prosecution paints him in a very bad light
2 sides, of course. Doubtless the defence will paint a very different picture
Spot on DFM, but the prosecution does seem to be focusing on Stokes as opposed to the other two, who are up the same charge
Bear in mind the supposed mocking of the gay men was in the statement from one of the bouncers who Stokes seemed to have major issues with, and refused to shake hands with him.
No doubt the defence will paint a totally different picture, but I guess the truth will come out when the gay men take the stand. Not sure whether they are witnesses for or against the prosecution. I seem to remember when they presented themselves to the police they seemed to put Stokes in a good light.
It seems likely at this point that he will be found guilty, the CCTV doesn't lie, and the most likely sentence is a suspended one. Although I did read somewhere that the suspended sentence for affray had been removed from a judge's powers and it was either prison or a massive fine, I can't see that's true?
Interesting following the case online, poor guy has to rely on members of the public to come to a decision on his guilt, I like the way they were all questioned before they were sworn in if they were big England cricket fans? What would people on this forum have retorted?!