July 17th 2024.
For months, Lincoln Brookes had been receiving a string of threatening emails. As a senior coroner for Essex, he was used to dealing with difficult and often emotional cases, but this was something entirely different. The emails were bizarre and unsettling, claiming that he was involved in necromancy and predicting the future. Mr. Brookes couldn't make sense of it all and began to fear for the safety of his family.
Things took a frightening turn when a group of people showed up at his court, allegedly attempting to kidnap him. The situation only escalated when he received more emails in April of 2023, stating that he may be subjected to corporal punishment. As a result, Mr. Brookes contacted the police, who reassured him that the threat was low. However, he couldn't shake off the feeling of unease and continued to worry about the safety of his loved ones.
The group behind the emails, led by Mark Christopher, were on trial for conspiracy to kidnap and conspiracy to commit false imprisonment. Mr. Brookes testified in court, describing the emails as troubling and upsetting. He also mentioned that the mention of corporal punishment made him feel like his safety was at risk. The situation became even more alarming when the group showed up at his court, searching for him. Mr. Brookes had been warned not to come to the building and was told that the group was coming for him.
Feeling fearful for his family's safety, Mr. Brookes immediately left and drove home as fast as he could. He was too upset to continue driving, so he pulled over and contacted the authorities. The mention of corporal punishment in the email was a direct threat of harm, which left Mr. Brookes feeling anxious and vulnerable. He shared the details of the email with Essex County Council and planned to also inform Essex Police.
The court also learned that Mr. Brookes had received baffling letters in 2022, which had stopped when the emails began. The prosecution stated that Mark Christopher was the self-appointed leader of a group known as the "Federal Postal Court" or the "Court of the People." This group claimed to have jurisdiction over all courts and corporations and was known for their anti-establishment beliefs. Mark denied sending the threatening letters to Mr. Brookes and assaulting someone else in 2023.
As the trial continued, Mr. Brookes couldn't help but feel shaken and disturbed by the whole ordeal. He never imagined that his job as a coroner would put him in such a dangerous situation. But he was determined to see justice served and make sure that the group responsible for the threatening emails was held accountable for their actions.
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