Principle

CRIMINAL LAW – Common Intention – Recovery of Stolen Goods Armed with Gun – Whether Murder Probable Consequence

Area of law
CRIMINAL LAW
Court
Supreme Court

When a gang sets out at night for an unlawful purpose (e.g., stealing) and one member carries a lethal weapon known to others, all are liable for murder when that weapon is used to facilitate escape. The gun is deemed fired by all. The actual…

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