He concluded there was no case fit for consideration by the jury based on any of the six counts on the indictment. In the ruling, he said: "I repeat my observation about the anxiety and distress being felt by the families of those affected by the Hillsborough disaster. Image: The Hillsborough disaster claimed the lives of 96 Liverpool fans"These proceedings have been very drawn-out following a lengthy trial process involving the match commander. Image: Retired solicitor Peter Metcalf pictured outside the Lowry Theatre, Salford Quays, where he had been on trialThe trial had heard statements were amended to remove criticism of the force. But expert witness Sir Robert Francis QC told the jury there was no legal duty of candour for police at a public inquiry.

Source: Sky sports May 26, 2021 09:33 UTC