Drummer Lee Rigby killer appeals

[Jimbuna]

I'm absolutely astounded this individual is planning an appeal when he has yet to be sentenced because the judge is obviously awaiting the go ahead to give a 'whole-life' sentence

Michael Adebolajo, who was found guilty of the murder of British soldier Lee Rigby, has lodged an application to appeal against his conviction, the Judicial Office has confirmed.

Fusilier Rigby was killed on 22 May 2013 in Woolwich, south-east London.

Adebolajo, 29, from Romford, east London, said he was a "soldier of Allah" and it was an act of war.

He and Michael Adebowale, 22, from Greenwich, south-east London, are currently awaiting sentencing.

Mr Justice Sweeney said he would pass sentence on the two men after a key Appeal Court ruling on the use of whole-life terms, with the decision due at a later date.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-25961430

[Moonlight]

I suspect this is all about the lawyers gravy train, they will milk this for every penny they can screw out of the taxpayer.

[Oberon]

Commence operation torch and pitchfork!

[Tango589]

Done.

[Jimbuna]

Originally Posted by Moonlight

I suspect this is all about the lawyers gravy train, they will milk this for every penny they can screw out of the taxpayer.

Agreed...there is one clear winner (the legal eagles) and one clear loser (the taxpayers).

[Sailor Steve]

Adebolajo, 29, from Romford, east London, said he was a "soldier of Allah" and it was an act of war.

In that case he should be tried by a military tribunal and imprisoned for the duration of the war (which in this case probably means forever). Or, since he was not in uniform, he should be shot as a spy.

[nikimcbee]

Originally Posted by Sailor Steve

In that case he should be tried by a military tribunal and imprisoned for the duration of the war (which in this case probably means forever). Or, since he was not in uniform, he should be shot as a spy.

Agree 100%, but that's waaaaaaaaaaaaaaay too easy. How are the judges and lawyers going to work overtime?

[TarJak]

His appeal is very unlikely to find a friendly ear in a British court. His arguments fail on several of the International Humanitarian Law which protects parties not engaged in combat and the wearing of distinguishable uniforms by combatants. http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Inter...manitarian_law

His lawyers should be whacked for contempt of court for a frivolous appeal. But that won't happen either.

[Jimbuna]

Sadly, I think you will be proved correct

[Cybermat47]

Adebolajo, 29, from Romford, east London, said he was a "soldier of Allah" and it was an act of war.

Ok then, let's see the records of when you declared war on some random person. You don't have any? Enjoy your life sentence then.

[Admiral Lutjens]

The 'religion' of peace...

[Cybermat47]

Originally Posted by Admiral Lutjens

The 'religion' of peace...

While Islam does have some problems, let's not judge all Muslims by the actions of two extremists. Plus, the problems that Islam has are basically identical to the problems with Christianity, and my parents didn't kill me when I lost the faith

[Admiral Lutjens]

Originally Posted by Cybermat47

While Islam does have some problems, let's not judge all Muslims by the actions of two extremists. Plus, the problems that Islam has are basically identical to the problems with Christianity, and my parents didn't kill me when I lost the faith

I would tend to agree, but I've been around the world and this simply isn't the case. Here in America, you have folks that come here and preach tolerance about Islam and such, when Islam itself is an intolerant ideology and is wholly incompatible with Western civilized society.

[Cybermat47]

Originally Posted by Admiral Lutjens

I would tend to agree, but I've been around the world and this simply isn't the case. Here in America, you have folks that come here and preach tolerance about Islam and such, when Islam itself is an intolerant ideology and is wholly incompatible with Western civilized society.

Well, I think that varies from person to person. My Mum once got a pamphlet from a Muslim which had a quote saying 'If a Muslim sees a Hindu in danger and does not help him, I will no longer consider that man my brother'. But I do agree with you to an extent. It certainly does seem that there are more Islamic extremists than in many other religions. The most notorious Christian extremists, Westboro Baptist Church, just whine about homosexuality, while Muslim extremists have killed thousands.

[TarJak]

Originally Posted by Admiral Lutjens

I would tend to agree, but I've been around the world and this simply isn't the case. Here in America, you have folks that come here and preach tolerance about Islam and such, when Islam itself is an intolerant ideology and is wholly incompatible with Western civilized society.

Almost all religions and ideologies are intolerant in some form.

What's your definition of Western Civilised society? To some Saudi Arabia is a "Western civilised society".