Gang land shooting trial – Ahmed Muen’s client acquitted of murder.

Acquittal in Drive-by Shooting Case

Following a 9 week trial at the Wolverhampton Crown Court, Ahmed Muen’s client was acquitted of murder in a drive-by shooting case. Ahmed was led by Nicholas Corsellis K.C. and instructed by Yaser Taj of MI Solicitors.

Background of the Case

The prosecution case was that this was a planned gang land shooting over the disputed drug territory. The shooting took place in broad daylight outside a primary school at around 3.00pm. Six shots were fired from a from a car towards a group of three men. One was killed and another seriously injured. The prosecution focused on communications between the defendants and substantial CCTV evidence to show this was a planned murder. Following the shooting the defendant attempted to escape the jurisdiction. Ahmed represented the lead defendant on the indictment.

Defence Strategy and Acquittal

However, through meticulous preparation and reviewing hours of CCTV and all the communication evidence, the defence were able to show there was no plan on behalf of the defendant. The defence argued this was a robbery, which went drastically wrong. Following a 9 week trial, the jury unanimously acquitted the first defendant of murder, and he was found guilty of the lesser charge of manslaughter.

About the Barrister

Ahmed Muen was called to the bar in 2014. He is ranked as Leading Junior in Legal500 and Chambers and Partners. Legal 500 2025 quotes “Ahmed is an absolute star in court” and in Legal 500 2026 quotes “Ahmed is one of the easiest barristers to work with. His advocacy is calm, collected and he has the jury listening to every word he says”. Chambers and Partners 2026 quotes “He mastered an extremely voluminous and complex case, cross-examined witnesses with precision and dealt with various difficult legal issues with ability far beyond his year of call” and “Ahmed Muen is technical, personable and bright.“

Ahmed is instructed in cases of a serious and complex nature with particular emphasis in gangs and organised crime.

To instruct Ahmed, contact his clerks Ryan Bartlett or Amie Harris on 020 7404 1881.