The revelation emerged today following a meeting between the tragic 27-year-old's mum and the country's most senior lawyer.
Evidence existed to prosecute Emma Caldwell murderer Iain Packer in 2008, the family’s lawyer has said after they met Scotland’s top law officer.
Speaking outside the Crown Office following the meeting, the family’s lawyer Aamer Anwar said: "The Lord Advocate confirmed that had the solicitor general and her instruction been followed through by Strathclyde Police, on the available evidence in 2008 the Lord Advocate and her team believe there was a sufficiency for prosecuting Iain Packer for murder. The Lord Advocate apologised today and said the Crown Office should have done more and failed to do so after 2008.
Mr Anwar said: "Today the family paid tribute to the Lord Advocate Dorothy Bain KC and her prosecution team who have been unwavering in their commitment to justice, without her leadership, the work of the Crown Office and the present police murder team, justice would have been buried forever." We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don’t like our community, you can check out any time you like.If you’re curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.
"As previously stated, the Crown has reserved its position in relation to potential proceedings should evidence in support of those become available." She said: "It is important that Emma’s family and the public get answers to the many questions they have. I therefore support the family’s calls for a public inquiry. I absolutely commit that Police Scotland will fully participate in any further proceedings.
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