So what's next in the libel trial saga?

[stephen25000]

I don't know about you, but if I had been in a similar situation and had found out about the Cipriano case and what happened to them despite the lack of any plausible evidence, together with a very similar blackwashing, PJ leaking situation, I would have had serious concerns about whether it was wise to stay or to get the hell out with the twins.

Well bearing in mind money was being given to Correia, to 'help' the Cipriano's, on behalf of the McCann's, it isn't a good parallel to draw, as the McCann's target was to get at Amaral anyway they could

As to 'plausible evidence' that is a matter of opinion.

[Alice Purjorick]

How long were the McCanns arguidos?  Were they in a state of constant fear for the entire duration does anyone know?

I don't know do you?

[Alfred R Jones]

I don't know do you?

No but I'm going to speculate that they were quivering wrecks for at least 8 months if that suits you...?

[Benice]

I was referring to the Portuguese police and ministry of justice.   They haven't cleared anyone yet.

Since the publication of the Final report, the only people I know who have made that claim are sceptics.    Everyone else  - be it in the newspapers, TV progs, TV news items, etc etc always refer to them as having been cleared.      Neither can I remember any official statement in the last 6 years from anyone claiming that the McCanns are still suspects.   Can they all be wrong?       (from memory so am happy to be corrected if necessary).

Since the Final Report - the Portuguese police themselves have ruled the McCanns out as suspects.  Do you think that won't count with their Ministry of Justice?   

[Anna]

Can we get back on topic now, Please

[Alfred R Jones]

Can we get back on topic now, Please

I'm surprised this thread was ever allowed in the first place as its sole purpose appears to be to invite speculation.

[Anna]

I'm surprised this thread was ever allowed in the first place as its sole purpose appears to be to invite speculation.

If the speculation involves the libel case....That's OK, Alfred. Otherwise they will be removed.

[Matthew Wyse]

I'm surprised this thread was ever allowed in the first place as its sole purpose appears to be to invite speculation.

By its very nature an invitation to speculate on whats next. 

[Alfred R Jones]

By its very nature an invitation to speculate on whats next. 

"The rules of this forum are very straightforward.  Please treat all members with respect, avoid speculation and ensure that any material posted is accompanied by the relevant links".

[stephen25000]

Meanwhile Anna, what is your view on the probable outcome of the libel trial ?

[Anna]

Meanwhile Anna, what is your view on the probable outcome of the libel trial ?

It can go either way and I am not 100% sure that the McCanns will win the case.

[stephen25000]

It can go either way and I am not 100% sure that the McCanns will win the case.

Thank you for the answer.

[Miss Taken Identity]

"The rules of this forum are very straightforward.  Please treat all members with respect, avoid speculation and ensure that any material posted is accompanied by the relevant links".

And then we have  this:  quote by none other than the forum rules monitor "No but I'm going to speculate that they were quivering wrecks for at least 8 months if that suits you...?

Tsk.

I am still smiling at the sillyness about the McCanns being 'cleared'  they have not stood trial due to lack of evidence (not that there is none!) so thay cannot be cleared of something they have not been charged with.

However, it is well documented and well accepted by many people that they are guilty of the situation they found themselves in, and for the fate of their daughter -whatever that fate is/was.

[Eleanor]

Thank you for the answer.

I think a lot of us feel like that, Stephen.  Despite common sense suggesting otherwise.

[Alfred R Jones]

And then we have  this:  quote by none other than the forum rules monitor "No but I'm going to speculate that they were quivering wrecks for at least 8 months if that suits you...?

Tsk.

I am still smiling at the sillyness about the McCanns being 'cleared'  they have not stood trial due to lack of evidence (not that there is none!) so thay cannot be cleared of something they have not been chatged with.

However, it is well documented and well accepted by many people that they are guilty of the situation they found themselves in, and for the fate of their daughter -whatever that fate is/was.

oh dear, you didn't think my post about the quivering wrecks was serious did you?