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Man Cleared of Murder in Fatal Acid Attack Trial
7 Apr
Summary
- Jury acquits defendant of murder and manslaughter charges.
- Fatal acid attack occurred on drug dealer Danny Cahalane.
- Attack linked to a £120,000 drug debt.
A jury has acquitted Brian Kalemba, 23, of murder and manslaughter charges related to a fatal acid attack in Plymouth. The victim, Danny Cahalane, 38, was attacked at his home on Lipson Road on February 21 and passed away in hospital on May 3.
Judge Ms Justice Norton directed the jury to find Kalemba not guilty, stating there was insufficient evidence for a conviction. The court heard that the attack may have been motivated by a £120,000 drug debt owed to a higher-level dealer. Kalemba had reportedly driven another individual to Plymouth shortly before his departure prior to the attack.
Several other individuals are currently on trial at Winchester Crown Court, facing charges of murder, manslaughter, and involvement in an organised crime gang. Some defendants also face charges of attempted kidnapping. The trial is ongoing.
