Coercion of witnesses seems to have transcended boundaries to find itself on the internet, after 2 people have been sent to prison for producing a rap video in which they threatened witnesses to a murder.

The rappers, Ishmael McLean and Rowan Simon, threatened anyone who may have come forward with evidence regarding the shooting of Jason Johnson in London. In the video, published on YouTube until it was taken down, they warned that those who gave evidence would be next in line to be shot.

The video was also posted on MySpace and Facebook in a clear attempt to intimidate those who would see justice done.

In addition to this charge, McLean was also jailed for possession of ammunition.