Police framed man for murder of Korean student, new evidence suggests
Summary
A BBC Panorama investigation has found new evidence suggesting that Omar Benguit, who has been in prison for 23 years for the murder of South Korean student Jong-Ok Shin, may have been falsely accused by police. Key witness statements have been contradicted by CCTV evidence, and several witnesses claim police pressured them to lie. Dorset Police maintain their investigation was detailed and complex.Key Facts
- Omar Benguit has been in prison since 2005 for a crime that took place in 2002.
- New evidence suggests police might have framed Benguit for the murder of Jong-Ok Shin.
- CCTV evidence contradicted the key prosecution witness's account.
- Thirteen witnesses reported police pressure to change their statements or lie during the trial.
- Investigation found phone records suggesting Benguit had an alibi.
- A retired detective called for a review of Dorset Police's handling of the case.
- Witness testimony was central to the prosecution, as there was no direct evidence linking Benguit to the crime.
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