A trial has revealed that multiple factors might have contributed to a man’s death. The incident involved a chase and restraint by Metrolink-contracted staff, raising serious concerns.
Hull: A tragic incident unfolded involving a man named Jack Barnes. He was chased and restrained by Metrolink staff, leading to serious consequences.
During the trial, it was revealed that Jack, 29, repeatedly gasped, “I can’t breathe.” Sadly, he suffered a cardiac arrest and passed away weeks later in the hospital.
Four men are facing charges for his unlawful killing. They all deny the manslaughter charges, but the evidence is troubling.
Dr. Ashley Fegan-Earl, a forensic pathologist, testified that heart disease wasn’t a factor in Jack’s death. Instead, he pointed to the drug Spice as a possible vulnerability.
Jack had been smoking Spice with friends the night of the incident. The court heard that this could have contributed to his death, along with other factors.
The prosecution argued that the defendants ignored a policy to not chase individuals from the stations. They pursued Jack for about nine minutes through the city.
After the chase, Jack was pinned to the ground for another nine minutes. Prosecutors allege that one of the men threatened him during the restraint.
Jack died on December 2, and the jury must determine if the restraint was intentional and unlawful. They need to prove it significantly contributed to his death.
Various factors are being considered, including exhaustion, drug toxicity, and the restraint itself. The pathologist noted that it’s hard to pinpoint one cause.
Ultimately, it seems like a mix of everything led to this tragic outcome. The court is working to uncover the truth behind Jack’s death.
