GUTTERIDGE MURDER

Hokitika Guardian, 29 February 1928, Page 3

GUTTERIDGE MURDER

(Australian A N.Z. Cable Association.) LONDON, Fell. 28 At the resumption of the KciinedyBrowne case, cabled on 20th Feb., Mr O'Connor, counsel for Browne, drew attention to tlie widespread publicity given Kennedy’s alleged statement implicating Browne. The Magistrate replied—“lf tlie statement is the only evidence against Browne, f will not commit him for trial. The statement is not evidence against Browne.” Evidence was largely confined to witnesses detailing the movements of the ear in the neighbourhood of the murder. Browne read a motor journal and appeared disinterested. Kennedy’s eyes were, fixed on the ceiling. Inspector Barker described the discovery of a dirty grey mask and .fancy dress at Browne’s bouse, also a ear license of which Browne said—“ That is a dud license in case I was stoplied.” Cross examined Barker said a few hours after bis arrrest. Browne denied any connection with the murder. Giving evidence regarding Kennedy’s arrest at Liverpool, D'dec five Mathiekoii said he recognised Kennedy when leaving a bouse which was under observation. Matliieson <-n-\led outi: “ Hello Bill, come on.” Kennedy wheeled round and said: “Stand back or I will shoot.” Matliieson closed. and Kennedy whipped out an automatic and thrust it into his ribs, lie heard a metallic click, and griped Kennedy’s arm .and gave it a twist. Simultaneously be struck a blow on the face, partly upsetting Kennedy’s balance. Tie seized tlie revolver and thrust it into Kennedy’s back, and marc-lied him down the street, where other detectives were concealed. At the Police station, Kennedy said lie had not a grouse against the police, but Matliieson should he in heaven. The case was adjourned.