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Glasgow Times
20-06-2025
- Glasgow Times
Pupils from Glasgow school take part in mock trial
A total of 26 pupils from Woodfarm High School, in Glasgow, and St Andrew's Academy, in Paisley, participated in the immersive session at the University of the West of Scotland (UWS). The session, held in the newly opened moot courtroom within the Paisley campus, was designed to give the youngsters a taste of what it's like to study law at university and practice it in real-world settings. Read more: 'Do not be a hero': Armed robber raids Glasgow pharmacy for methadone and Valium Professor Kasim Sheikh, dean of the School of Business and Creative Industries, commended the pupils' enthusiasm and potential. He said: "It was inspiring to see such insight, courage, and promise from these pupils as they stepped into the courtroom. "Events like this are about more than just learning how the legal system works; they're about helping young people see themselves in professional roles and giving them the confidence to take that next step." During the event, pupils were given roles as prosecutors, defence lawyers, witnesses, and jurors, and brought their arguments to life in UWS's purpose-built courtroom facility. The trial was overseen by a judicial bench of two: Isabella Ennis KC of the Faculty of Advocates, and Jeremy O'Neill, procurator fiscal depute, who jointly presided in the role of sheriffs during the proceedings. Both legal professionals gave a career and legal pathways talk after the verdict, designed to offer pupils insight into routes into the profession and life in the courtroom. The event also introduced pupils to UWS's new LLB (Hons) Scots Law degree. Developed in consultation with the Law Society of Scotland, this programme offers a professionally accredited pathway to becoming a solicitor. It is designed to provide students with both the academic foundations and hands-on courtroom experience required for a successful career in the legal profession. (Image: Supplied) Read more: Major new housing development in Glasgow district put on the market Isabella Ennis KC said: "I was genuinely impressed by the level of preparation and passion these young people brought to the courtroom. "From their structured legal arguments to their confident delivery, they demonstrated real potential. "With this new moot courtroom and the new LLB in Scots Law, UWS has created a space that makes the study and practice of law accessible, inspiring, and inclusive." Professor Sheikh added: "Through our new LLB in Scots Law launching in September and our investment in learning, UWS is opening doors and nurturing the legal professionals of tomorrow." UWS has hosted annual mock court events since 2022, adapting and drawing inspiration from MiniTrial materials, with the generous support of the Faculty of Advocates.
Glasgow Times
20-06-2025
- Glasgow Times
'Do not be a hero': Armed robber raids Glasgow pharmacy
Anthony Kinnon carried out an armed robbery at the Willis Pharmacy in Glasgow's Knightswood Shopping Centre on September 26 2023. The 62-year-old went behind the counter and told staff: "I am not going to hurt you. "Do not be a hero. Give me the methadone and the Valium." After then leaving the chemist, Kinnon was later traced having taken most of the pills he had been given during the raid. He recently pleaded guilty to a charge of assault and robbery at the High Court in Glasgow. Prosecutor David McDonald told the hearing how Kinnon already had a long criminal record including two convictions for similar offences. Kinnon's lawyer Allan MacLeod went on to give judge Lord Cubie further background about Kinnon. The defence advocate said: "He is man who has spent a total of 18 years of his life in jail - 13 years of that in solitary confinement. "He has been in every prison establishment in the country. READ NEXT: Former Catholic priest admits repeated abuse of boy more than 40 years ago READ NEXT: Serious organised crime unit cop sentenced for sexually assaulting colleagues on duty "He believes that if he is returned to jail, he will not leave." Regarding the robbery, Mr MacLeod said Kinnon had "not been thinking clearly at the time" and had wanted pills with a plan to take his own life. The court was told Kinnon had not intended to use the blade - but Lord Cubie commented staff would not have known that. Kinnon - who had latterly been staying at homeless accommodation in the city centre - had been on bail prior to the hearing. Mr MacLeod made a motion for him not to be locked up pending pre-sentencing reports being completed. He stated to the judge: "I am asking you to take a chance on him." But, Lord Cubie remanded him in custody as the case was adjourned until July 8 in Edinburgh.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Yahoo
Arrest after three deaths linked to blue pills
A 45-year-old man has been arrested by police investigating the deaths of three men in Plymouth. The Devon and Cornwall force said the man was arrested on Thursday on suspicion of being concerned in the supply of drugs. Police said two men aged in their 20s and 30s were pronounced dead at an address in Welbeck Avenue on Saturday and a third man, aged in his 30s, was found dead in a property on North Road East the following day. The deaths continue to be treated as linked and unexplained, and Plymouth City Council believes they are linked to blue pills being sold illegally as Valium. More news stories for Devon Listen to the latest news for Devon Drugs found at the scene of the deaths have been sent for testing, said police. The suspect has been released on police bail while inquiries continue. Follow BBC Devon on X, Facebook and Instagram. Send your story ideas to spotlight@ Devon and Cornwall Police Warning after three deaths linked to blue pills
BBC News
13-06-2025
- BBC News
Arrest after three Plymouth deaths linked to blue pills
A 45-year-old man has been arrested by police investigating the deaths of three men in Devon and Cornwall force said the man was arrested on Thursday on suspicion of being concerned in the supply of said two men aged in their 20s and 30s were pronounced dead at an address in Welbeck Avenue on Saturday and a third man, aged in his 30s, was found dead in a property on North Road East the following deaths continue to be treated as linked and unexplained, and Plymouth City Council believes they are linked to blue pills being sold illegally as Valium. Drugs found at the scene of the deaths have been sent for testing, said suspect has been released on police bail while inquiries continue.
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Yahoo
L.A. probation officer charged in drug smuggling operation at juvenile hall
A 59-year-old Los Angeles County deputy probation officer has been arrested and charged in connection with accusations he was smuggling controlled substances into a juvenile detention facility, officials announced this week. In a news release, prosecutors at the L.A. County District Attorney's Office said Michael Solis conspired with a minor detained at Barry J. Nord Juvenile Hall in Sylmar to sell alprazolam, the generic version of the benzodiazepine known as Xanax, in 2023. The 59-year-old was assigned to the Sylmar facility as a probation officer and, according to investigators, smuggled the highly addictive controlled substance into the building between May and August of that year. The detained juvenile would then reportedly sell the pills, prosecutors said. Benzodiazepines, drugs like Xanax, Valium, Klonopin and Ativan, are typically prescribed seizure, insomnia and anxiety disorders because the drug's effects on the central nervous system, slowing it down and inducing feelings of relaxation and sedation. U.S. Marshal wrongly detained by ICE agents in lobby of federal building The drug is generally prescribed for short term usage because of the likelihood of physical and mental dependence and addiction. 'Trafficking illegal drugs to juveniles is unconscionable under any circumstances, let alone as a government employee taking advantage of vulnerable youth in need of guidance and support,' District Attorney Hochman said. 'Probation officers have as their primary duty the protection, health and safety of juveniles under their care. My office will not tolerate such an abuse of power, which endangers youth, undermines rehabilitation, and makes our communities less safe.' Solis has been charged with: One felony count of conspiracy to possess and sell alprazolam One felony count of conspiracy to bring a controlled substance into juvenile hall One felony count of possession of for sale of a designated controlled substance One felony count of bringing a controlled substance into juvenile hall If convicted as charged, the 59-year-old faces a maximum of three years in state prison. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
