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Barrister Sentenced for Involvement in Revenge Plot

Source: BBC UK - Published: 07 Sep 2026 23:51

Samreen Akhtar, a barrister from West Yorkshire, has been sentenced to three years and three months in prison after being convicted of plotting a revenge attack with her client, Tabish Ali. The case was heard at Manchester Crown Court, where Akhtar was found guilty of encouraging grievous bodily harm following a five-day trial.

This case highlights the serious implications of legal professionals engaging in criminal activities. It raises concerns about the integrity of the legal system and the potential for conflicts of interest within the profession, especially in cases involving organized crime.

Briefed by Gibik from the original source.