British farmer Tony Martin killed Fred Barras, 16,
and wounded accomplice Brendon Fearon, 29, with his unlicensed shotgun after he
found them late at night inside his home in August 1999.
He was jailed for life for murder at Norwich Crown Court in
April 2000, but later had his sentence reduced to five years for manslaughter.
Mr Martin's case provoked a national debate about the
measures homeowners can take to defend their property.
The farmer, who is known for his eccentric behaviour, was
finally released in 2003, but never returned to live in his derelict detached
home on his 300-acres of land at Bleak House Farm.
Instead he is thought to have spent the last 12 years
sleeping in his car and at the homes of friends.
Mr Martin has often spoken about how householders should
have the right to protect themselves.
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