P was picked up by a gang of robbers in a car from the street. He was given a revolver and asked to shoot at M. When P resisted, a revolver was put on his ear and he was told that if he did not shoot, he would be shot dead. Then P shot M dead. On a charge of murder, P argued that his act was not voluntary nor was there mens rea. P is guilty of:

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P is guilty of murder because, despite the coercion, he performed the act that led to M's death. The law typically holds individuals accountable for their actions, even under duress, especially in cases where the act directly results in someone's death.

P Was Picked Up by a Gang of Robbers in a Car