Because he allegedly stabbed a then 19-year-old in the stomach during an argument, a 27-year-old Somali was in the dock at the Innsbruck regional court on Tuesday. The background to the crime also remained unclear during the trial.
It was about an attempted fraud in a cocaine deal – at least if you believe the defendant. The later victim (19) is said to have tried to sell the 27-year-old flour instead of cola. “When I noticed the fraud and wanted my money back, he sprayed pepper spray in my face,” the defendant eloquently explained before the Innsbruck Regional Court.
“Error” admitted, but “not intentional”
Out of fear – both for his money and for his health – he then took the knife and stabbed him once. “This was a mistake,” the Somali admitted. He also pleaded guilty to this case, but not to the charge of grievous bodily harm with intent. “There was never any intention behind it,” says his lawyer.
Serious rib injury
The victim – who did not appear at the hearing – had previously told a completely different story. The defendant asked him for cannabis and ended up stealing 20 euros from his pocket. When he wanted his money back, a fight ensued and he was eventually stabbed with a knife about 8 inches long, which the report said “opened the abdomen and injured a rib.” According to the 19-year-old, there was no pepper spray.
Witnesses are being sought to support the case
Because the suspect’s alleged witness, who was present on the night of the crime, was absent from the hearing without excuse, the hearing was postponed. He is being sought. The suspect must remain in custody until his colleague is found.
Source: Krone
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