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Ben Close defends in murder trial

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Ben Close, led by Jason Bartfeld KC, defends in a murder trial at Birmingham Crown Court where five teenagers are accused of stabbing an 18 year old.

Find out more details about the case here [external link]: https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/midlands-news/accused-killer-found-rap-lyrics-25351348

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