Summary
A man named Paul Quinn is on trial in Manchester, accused of raping a woman in 2003. The case gained attention because an innocent man, Andy Malkinson, was previously jailed for 17 years for the same crime until his conviction was overturned in 2023 due to new DNA evidence linking the crime to Quinn. Quinn admits his DNA was found on the victim's clothing but claims he doesn't know how it got there.
Key Facts
- Paul Quinn, 51, is on trial for rape and other charges related to an incident in 2003.
- Quinn's DNA was found on the woman's vest from the crime scene.
- Andy Malkinson was wrongly jailed for the same crime for 17 years until his release in 2020.
- Malkinson's conviction was overturned in 2023 because new DNA evidence linked the crime to Quinn.
- Quinn denies knowing the victim and claims he is unsure how his DNA is on her clothing.
- He mentioned his past lifestyle involved many sexual relationships but denies involvement with the victim.
- The case is being heard at Manchester Crown Court, and the trial continues.
