Manslaughter - Criminal Law - To establish an actus reus of an offence in homicide, it must have to be proved that the defendant caused the death of the victim.

... SEMESTER A COURSEWORK LL105 CRIMINAL LAW COURSEWORK Reginald an ex army officer, served as a bomb disposal expert, plans a firework display for his son's birthday. Bought £500 fireworks, adds additional chemicals to make it more spectacular. He puts the fireworks in the booth of his car; first, he stops over at the mechanics to get the exhaust welded. Mac, the mechanic starts work and sooner the fireworks explode and Mac is badly hurt with fragments in his groin and leg. He is taken to the hospital, and the fragments are removed. Next day, he is in pain doctor administers a drug without looking at his medical record. The pain is relieved but Mac feels depressed. Later Mac opens his wound and is found dead the following morning. a. If Mac is charged with manslaughter the mental element required to explain to the jury are: 2. Does D owe a duty of care

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