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Barrister says ‘dead woman was put on trial’ after husband cleared of manslaughter
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Barrister says ‘dead woman was put on trial’ after husband cleared of manslaughter

The Guardian · May 9, 2026, 6:59 AM · Also reported by 4 other sources

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Charlotte Proudman’s comments follow trial of Christopher Trybus, who was acquitted of all charges against wife Tarryn Baird. A barrister has suggested that a “dead woman was put on trial” in the case of Christopher Trybus, who was cleared of manslaughter by a jury.Charlotte Proudman’s comments came after Trybus was found not guilty by a jury of eight women and four men, who deliberated for more than 40 hours. He was acquitted of all charges: manslaughter, coercive and controlling behaviour and two counts of rape. Continue reading...

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