Prosecuting lawyer gives his verdict on the Steven Gerrard case

David Turner QC the proscecuting lawyer in the Steven Gerrard case said:

“I was very happy actually. It should be remembered that as a prosecutor, I’m not trying to get a conviction at all costs.

“It will be said Gerrard – like Ken Dodd – should never have been tried in Liverpool. But I do not believe and nor did the trial judge this was a sympathy verdict against the evidence.

“In reality, once it was shown someone else had started the fight and his [Gerrard’s] reaction was almost instantaneous, and although forceful was not brutal, he had a strong case in self-defence.

“[The Recorder of Liverpool, Judge] Henry Globe, in his comments, was really saying that it is not right to think the jury was swayed by local sentiment.

“They listened carefully, they made notes, were obviously highly concerned and made a decision no one can criticise.”

Steven Gerrard Found Not Guilty

Steven Gerrard has been found not guilty of affray after a bar brawl at the Lounge Inn in Southport. The 5 other people involved all pleaded guilty.

Gerrard said: "Can I just say how pleased I am with today’s verdict. I’m glad to put this case behind me and I am really looking forward to the season ahead and concentrating on my football now. I would just like to say a big thank you to my legal team and to my friends and family and everyone at Liverpool Football Club for supporting me."

Gerrard Sorry For Bar Brawl

Steven Gerrard apologised in court for lashing out three times at a man in a bar brawl.