The accused, a medical doctor, was charged with sexual assault of a patient.
This was a new trial ordered by the Court of Appeal following a previous conviction.
The complainant testified to various sexual acts by the accused during a medical appointment.
The accused denied all allegations, citing a severe right hand injury at the time that would have made the alleged actions excruciatingly painful.
The defence also presented "fresh evidence" from other patients and a tenant who claimed to have overheard the complainant and her sister discussing fabricating an allegation for financial gain.
The court found the complainant to be a credible witness but disbelieved the accused's testimony.
However, considering the medical evidence regarding the accused's hand injury and the "fresh evidence" from defence witnesses, despite its suspicious nature, the court found that a reasonable doubt existed.
The accused was found not guilty.
