The injustice explained: A fight for truth
Ray Gilbert is an innocent man. This page delves into the profound miscarriage of justice he faced, highlighting the false confession that led to decades of wrongful imprisonment. Understand the critical flaws in the case and our unwavering determination to finally clear his name.
The innocent man's burden
Ray Gilbert is an innocent man, a vulnerable individual forced to confess under immense pressure to protect another from prison. This desperate act tragically backfired, leading to a profound miscarriage of justice. These two men only came onto the police radar after one gave false information about criminal activities, out of annoyance at being arrested for another offence. A plan to avoid trouble seriously backfired, resulting in 36 years of wrongful imprisonment.
Seeking truth in the shadows
We aim to shed light on the realities of miscarriages of justice, urging visitors to learn from Ray's case. We also hope to address the historical silence from within the Liverpool 8 community, where distrust of the police can often prevent vital information from coming forward. This page seeks to open a dialogue and encourage understanding, asking you to look beyond assumptions and engage with the undeniable facts of Ray's fight for justice.
Dissecting the flawed evidence
The absolute key facts highlight how deeply flawed the evidence against Ray was. False facts included photo fits that were conclusively ruled out at the appeal of the other man involved. Crucially, the victim never had his hands tied behind his back, and was most certainly not tied to the chair – it was unstable and would have simply tipped over. A bowl nearby hadn't moved an inch, directly contradicting the narrative presented. A staggering 201 witness statements, if properly considered, would have told a very different story at trial.
A similar knot to the ones used around both of the victim's wrists
Determined to clear ray's name
Our resolve to clear Ray Gilbert's name is unwavering. New evidence has emerged, including a recording of someone admitting the immense pressure placed on Ray to say he was guilty, and a statement that definitively proves Ray was not hiding anywhere near the crime scene on 13th March 1981. This is not just a fight for justice; it's a testament to truth and integrity. Join us in this crucial endeavour.