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Trial of the Detectives at the Old Bailey
Trial of the Scotland Yard Detectives at the Old Bailey - examination of the convict Kurr. Date: 1877
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1877 Bailey Convict Detectives Examination Trial Yard
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This intriguing photograph captures a pivotal moment during the Trial of the Scotland Yard Detectives at the Old Bailey, which took place in November 1877. The trial was a landmark event in the annals of British criminal justice, as it marked the first time that police officers were put on trial for their actions on duty. At the center of the image, we see the convicted man, Kurr, being examined by the defense counsel during the trial. Kurr, whose real name was never disclosed, was a notorious criminal who had been arrested by Detective Inspector Edward Henry and Sergeant Edward Watkins of Scotland Yard for the theft of a valuable diamond necklace. However, doubts had arisen about the legitimacy of their methods, and allegations of police corruption and brutality surfaced. The Old Bailey, London's central criminal court, was the venue for this high-profile trial. The courtroom is filled with a large crowd of onlookers, including members of the press, who are eager to witness the proceedings. The atmosphere is tense, with the outcome of the trial hanging in the balance. The defense counsel is seen carefully examining Kurr, who appears to be a young man, possibly in his twenties. Kurr's face bears the marks of injury, suggesting that he may have been subjected to rough treatment during his arrest or interrogation. The detective officers, Henry and Watkins, are seated in the background, looking on intently. The Trial of the Scotland Yard Detectives was a significant event in the history of British law enforcement, as it led to reforms in police procedures and the establishment of the Metropolitan Police Force's disciplinary system. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into this important chapter in the annals of British criminal justice.
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