Attorneys representing Adidja “Vybz Kartel” Palmer and his three co-appellants say they are happy with today’s decision by the Court of Appeal to acquit the men of their murder charges.
The decision follows the ruling by the United Kingdom Privy Council in March to quash the murder convictions and send the case back to the local Court of Appeal for a determination on retrial.
The ruling this afternoon is the culmination of a series of proceedings, set in motion by the four men’s decision to appeal their conviction for the 2011 murder of Clive “Lizard” Williams.
Speaking with reporters outside the courthouse, Defense Attorney Isat Buchanan said the ruling indicates that the Constitution works.
In the meantime, John Clarke who is also part of the defence team says the four men, having fought for freedom for almost 13 years are eager to go home to their families.
