Petition · past parliament

Clear Richard Osborn-Brooks who stabbed an intruder in his home of all charges.

Rejected 21 signatures

What the petition asks

Richard Osborn-Brooks was in his home when burglars broke in. Richard was cornered into his kitchen by one intruder using a screw driver as a weapon. In self defence, Richard was forced to stab the intruder who died as a result. Richard has been arrested on suspicion of murder and granted bail.

Why it was rejected

It asked for something that is not the responsibility of the UK Government or Parliament.

We can't accept your petition because the UK Government and Parliament aren't responsible for the issue you raise. The police and the CPS are responsible for deciding whether to charge people with a crime.

You may find this guidance from the Crown Prosecution Service helpful:

https://www.cps.gov.uk/publication/decision-charge

Timeline

5 Apr 2018 Petition opened for signatures
6 Apr 2018 Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 21
Status Rejected
Rejected 6 Apr 2018

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.