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Courts · City of LondonMet Police defends drill lyrics use in criminal cases
The Metropolitan Police is defending its use of drill music lyrics as evidence in criminal trials. A report found lyrics were used against 252 defendants between 2020 and 2023. Campaigners argue this unfairly targets young Black defendants and chills artistic freedom.
City of London3 min readTrust 50 · Craft 65 · Hype 20
Courts · IslingtonDrill lyrics used in 252 London court cases
Drill rap lyrics and videos have been used as evidence in London murder trials against 252 defendants between 2020 and 2023. The Metropolitan Police defend the practice, stating it helps secure convictions, but campaigners argue it unfairly targets young Black men.
Islington3 min readTrust 50 · Craft 65 · Hype 45