But the pointed omission of his name from his wife's trial suggested to some that he wouldn't be accused of direct involvement in the murder of Mr. Heywood, or of covering up the crime, although he could still face other criminal charges.

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Careful readers will immediately note the dilemma: A drone operator could be prosecuted or sued for (1) collecting information in the first place, (2) destroying that information (because she is covering up evidence of a crime as well as discoverable evidence in a lawsuit), and (3) prosecuted for not destroying the information (as required by the law).

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The prime minister is said to be disgusted that "old online gossip" about some politicians covering up the fact they were gay was now being associated with the serious crime of child abuse.

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