Abdul Iqbal KC Secures Success in the Court of Appeal: Serious Conviction Quashed in High-Profile Case

Published: 27th January 2025

Abdul Iqbal KC, leading Gerald Hendron, has successfully represented KS in the Court of Appeal, resulting in the quashing of a serious conviction for causing or allowing a vulnerable adult to suffer serious physical harm within a household. The judgment, handed down in R v Sheikh [2025] EWCA Crim 38, declared the conviction unsafe.

This intricate case required the careful analysis of extensive medical and expert evidence, as well as the precise legal interpretation of section 5 of the Domestic Violence, Crime and Victims Act 2004. The successful appeal highlights critical legal principles surrounding the scope of criminal allegations relating to the harm or death of children or vulnerable adults.

The case initially attracted widespread national media attention due to its sensitive and high-profile nature. Its implications are significant for future cases involving similar charges, emphasising the importance of thorough legal and evidential scrutiny.

Abdul Iqbal KC is a highly experienced barrister specialising in serious crime, including homicide, terrorism, and serious fraud, as well as regulatory law, including professional discipline and sports law.

The judgment of the Court of Appeal can be found here