Jury Reviews Search History as Brian Walshe Stands Trial for Wife's Murder
The Spin
Narrative A
It is an affront to justice that details of this trial that could easily be manipulated for sensationalized media purposes are being reported on before a verdict is heard. Many courtroom moments might have the potential to go viral, but taking evidence out of the context of the judicial system can quickly become misrepresentative of the facts. Additionally, if Walshe is found innocent in this trial, he faces being hounded in the public sphere despite a legal acquittal.
Narrative B
Reporting on trials like Walshe's is in the public interest and supports the democratic principle of open justice. Reports on courtroom developments are based entirely in the facts of this case, and sensitively and objectively reveal to the public the same evidence provided to the jury. This is not about sensationalism, and outlining the evidence of any trial is not the same as speculating on the outcome.
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