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Prosecution accuses Ali B's lawyer of 'ambush tactics' by calling two new witnesses

Prosecution accuses Ali B's lawyer of 'ambush tactics' by calling two new witnesses

The Dutch Public Prosecution Service has accused Ali B's lawyer of employing "ambush tactics" following a last-minute request to summon two new witnesses during the appeal process. Defense attorney Bart Swier reacted with anger to the characterization as legal proceedings continue against the rapper.

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