Michael Shields Interview with Liverpool Echo (Video)
Michael Shields was sentanced to serve 10 years for a crime he did not commit. Shields was imprisoned in Bulgaria after being found guilty of attacking Varna-based barman Martin Georgiev.
He was later transferred back to the UK to serve out the rest of his sentence before being given a royal pardon earlier this month by justice secretary Jack Straw.
Michael Shields is releasing the full details of his time in prison on September 24 in his book, “Michael Shields – My Story”. (see below where to buy it). Shields also gave a 6 part interview to the Liverpool Echo which you can see in full below:
Michael Shields Part 1: How it feels to be free
Michael Shields Part 2: Dealing with meeting the real attackers
Greg O’Keeffe asks Michael Shields how he would deal with meeting those responsible for the crime he was jailed for.
Michael Shields Part 3: On his prison experiences
Michael Shields Part 4: His lowest moment
Greg O’Keeffe asks Michael Shields what was his lowest moment during his time in the Bulgarian prison.
Michael Shields Part 5: On Jack Straw
Greg O’Keeffe asks Michael Shields his thoughts on Jack Straw’s handling of his case.
Michael Shields Part 6: Looking to the future
Greg O’Keeffe asks Michael Shields about his plans for the future and what he is looking forward to.
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Buy Michael Shields: My Story (Paperback)
Product Description
After watching his beloved Reds win the European Cup in 2005, Shields’ happiness turned to horror as he ended up behind bars convicted of an attack on a Bulgarian waiter that he was adamant he did not commit. Released after more than four long years in prison, this book tells his untold story – of the battle to clear his name and the remarkable campaign staged by his family, friends and ultimately Liverpool Football Club to see justice done.
UK: Buy Michael Shields: My Story.
US: Buy Michael Shields: My Story.
