"After receiving the police from the Greenwich branch of the Greater London Metropolitan Police, the sub-station sergeant Willocks immediately led a patrol team to search the road near the venue of the campaign speech.

Finally, at 5:03 p.m., in an alley not far from the venue, the patrol team found the suspect Adam Evans, who was carrying stolen goods and preparing to abscond.

He confessed to the crimes he had committed and voluntarily accepted the arrest of the patrol team.

Based on Adam Evans' performance and modus operandi at the time of the case, the Metropolitan Police finally decided to prosecute Adam Evans for theft.

And because the suspect has a previous record of multiple thefts, the crime is serious, and the difference between the last time he was released from prison and the time of this crime is very short, indicating that the suspect has no repentance in his heart.

Therefore, after a comprehensive internal discussion, the Greater London Metropolitan Police Department recommended that the court impose severe punishments, so as to deter lawbreakers in Greater London and correct the social atmosphere. ”

Arthur read this and let out a soft sigh.

Although he also wanted to do something in the indictment, he learned about the case too late, and the indictment had already been submitted to the court.

If the contents of the indictment are changed on an interim basis, it will inevitably arouse the suspicion of the magistrate.

Once the judge has the impression that the police have been bribed by the criminal, then let alone the verdict that Little Adam is not guilty, I am afraid that the judge will really punish him severely.

Everyone knows that the magistrates are holding back their desire to rebuild the newly established Scotland Yard.

There are quite a few old-fashioned judges who believe that the establishment of Scotland Yard is entirely a wrestling power from their hands.

In the past, they had the power to direct their sheriffs to arrest criminals, but the emergence of a professional police force led to the demise of the local sheriff's corps and made them a complete judge.

Sure enough, after listening to Arthur's statement of case, the magistrate first carefully checked the indictment documents in front of him, until he was sure that there were no mistakes, and then nodded slightly.

"Submit your evidence."

The parasol, which had been prepared long ago, was shivering and shivering by the sweaty, white-gloved Officer Tom on the evidence table in the center of the courtroom.

The judge asked, "What's wrong with you?" ”

Tom was afraid that the judge would see that he was weak, so he had to hold his stomach and say, "I'm sorry, Mr. Judge, I'm a little unwell. It may be that I sweated too much while patrolling two days ago, so I caught a cold. ”

Seeing this, the judge casually asked, "Is it March 25th?" ”

"No, no." Tom hurriedly waved his hand: "This has nothing to do with the case, it's my own poor health." ”

He was afraid that the judge would blame little Adam for the incident.

The judge didn't think much of it, he said, "After the case is heard, you can go to the back and have some tea, but for now, please hold on a little longer." The facts of this case are very clear, and it will be closed soon. ”

Tom's face turned white with fright when he heard this, and he turned his head to look at Arthur and cast him a pleading look.

Arthur picked up: "According to the victim, this parasol is an expensive custom-made product, worth seven shillings and sixpence. And this type of parasol has only been produced in one batch, so it has a unique commemorative significance.

She therefore hoped that the Magistrate's Court would be able to make a comprehensive assessment of the stolen goods in the light of their use value and their collectible value. ”

The judge asked, "Did the victim appear in court today?" ”

Arthur responded: "Because the victim has a busy schedule of work, she has applied not to attend the trial, and this application has been formally approved by the court. ”

The judge scratched his head in embarrassment, and then pretended to rub his temples: "I'm really old, how can I forget about this." ”

He lifted the gavel and tapped it: "Next, subpoena, Adam Evans, the defendant." ”

As the iron door opened, little Adam, who was in shackles and wearing thin clothes, was led to the dock by the bailiff with heavy steps.

However, due to his short stature, only half of his head could be seen from behind the dock.

As a result, the judge had to allow him to stand outside the dock so that the judge and the jury could observe the changes in his expression and behaviour during the trial.

Little Adam looked around tremblingly, and the huge dock was empty, and he was the only one standing here.

Although he had been here many times, today was the first time he felt how terrible it felt when so many pairs of eyes were on him.

His gaze swept over everyone present, and finally fixed on Arthur, who was tall and standing like a sharp sword.

He harvested courage from Arthur's calm and confident expression.

Although he was still scared in his heart, he still mustered up his strength and greeted everyone present with a slightly trembling voice.

"Mr. Judge, Mr. Policeman, and all the gentlemen and ladies who have come all the way to see me, you have worked hard, good morning."

As soon as he finished saying this, the jury immediately burst into a burst of light-hearted laughter.

Even the usually solemn magistrate couldn't help but laugh: "Adam, they are not here to see you perform, but to decide whether you are guilty or not." ”

Little Adam's mind immediately came up with Arthur's words to tell him, and he quickly confessed, "I'm guilty." ”

The judge couldn't help but smile and asked, "Why did you plead guilty so quickly?" ”

"Because I had stolen it, I was wandering around Central Street, wondering if I could try my luck and pick up a few coins from the cracks in the bricks.

But suddenly I noticed a large group of people gathered in front of me, so I followed in, and then I saw a beautiful lady with a beautiful umbrella.

At that time, I thought, oh my God, she must have been dazed by the sun, such a beautiful weather, and she still has to carry an umbrella when she goes out. So I followed......"

Little Adam had just said this when he heard a few knuckles tapping on the table.

It was Arthur's code that had agreed with him to stop talking.

Naturally, little Adam stopped talking.

The judge hadn't noticed what was happening, and he naturally asked, "And then you stole her umbrella?" ”

Arthur spoke, "At least that's what our indictment says. ”

The magistrate was not satisfied with Arthur's sudden interruption, and he frowned and said, "Officer Arthur, please remain silent while I question the accused. You will be given the opportunity to speak. Okay, Adam, you can go on. So, did you steal Ms. Nancy's umbrella? ”

Little Adam got Arthur's signal and naturally knew what to do next.

He copied Arthur's remarks: "At least that's what Mr. Policeman's indictment says." I'm guilty, I'm sorry, I'm guilty. ”

"At least that's what the indictment says?"

The magistrate looked at little Adam, whose head was full of tears, and then at Arthur, who was expressionless, and then at the remarks of the two parties, and the judge's eyebrows became tighter and tighter.

Suddenly, as if he had figured something out, his face darkened.

"Adam, I now issue a formal inquiry to you. Whether the police used one or more improper means in the process of arresting and interrogating you. ”

When Agareth saw this, he was so happy that he held his stomach and laughed.

He put one hand on Arthur's shoulder, leaned against him and said, "Arthur, you are worthy of my favorite villain, you are really a natural devil!" Once the seeds of doubt are planted, they can never be eradicated, and it's up to you to guide this delirious old judge. ”