Rachel Shenton, leading Claire Brocklebank, successfully prosecuted Austin Duckworth for murdering his father, following an attack at the victim’s home. The deceased was punched repeatedly in the head by the defendant.
The case, which was heard in Preston Crown Court, resulted in Austin Duckworth receiving a life sentence. Duckworth will have to serve a minimum of 17 years before he is eligible for parole.
Full details of the case can be found in the press releases below:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c4n1xd1x6xwo.amp
https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/uk-news/do-you-want-kill-dad-28988944
For further details on Rachel Shenton, Claire Brocklebank and the Criminal Department at 18 St John Street Chambers please contact Chambers Director James Parks, or Senior Criminal Clerk James Hotchin.
Rachel Shenton 
Claire Brocklebank
Rachel Shenton and Claire Brocklebank of 18 St John Street Chambers