CAGED FIGHTER Wife of Brit MMA fighter jailed for UK’s largest £53m cash heist begs for his release after 19 years in Morocco prison
- Due Process International
- 2 hours ago
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The 2006 robbery was the biggest cash theft in British history. The MMA star, from Plumstead, south east London, is serving a 25-year sentence for the crime.
One legal expert argued that Murray has served more time than some terrorists.
Radha Stirling, CEO of Due Process International and founder of Detained in Dubai said: “Lee was not extradited through normal legal channels.
She called their approach “unprecedented and deeply troubling”, adding: “Lee Murray has now served more than many individuals convicted of far graver offences.
“Terrorism offences have seen offenders released after serving far less. The comparison is stark.
“If the UK was able to exert diplomatic pressure on Morocco to prosecute Lee Murray, it can now use that same diplomatic influence to advocate for clemency, compassionate release or repatriation.
“It is time to bring him home.”
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Radha Stirling, CEO Due Process International & Detained in Dubai - +44 7 309 114 195
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