A court hears Jonathan Peter Brooks hated Graeme Perks and wanted him 'out of the way'
Prosecutors allege Jonathan Peter Brooks hated Graeme Perks, as he was a witness in ongoing disciplinary proceedings against him
The court heard Mr Brooks broke in but abandoned the arson bid and stabbed Mr Perks, who was disturbed by a noise.Jurors were told consultant surgeon Mr Brooks dressed himself in camouflage gear before cycling to Mr Perks's home armed with a crowbar, canisters of petrol, matches and a knife on 14 January 2021.
The court heard Mr Perks made his way downstairs after being disturbed by a noise, which then led Mr Brooks to abandon the arson attempt and stab him in the abdomen.Mr Perks has been described as "one of the most highly regarded and respected surgeons in the profession"
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