المملكة: What did the toxicology reports reveal in the trial of the Saudi student’s killer in Britain?
The trial sessions for the accused murderer continue at the British Crown Court in Cambridge" Saudi student Muhammad Al-Qasim, amid anticipation that the jury will issue its decisive decision next week, after revealing that the perpetrator used drugs.
The official toxicology reports presented before the court revealed that He was under the influence of cocaine and alcohol at the time of committing the crime last summer.
In an attempt to justify his position, the defendant claimed before the jury that he did not intend to, claiming that his goal was limited to intimidation by using a knife in a case of self-defense.
Refuting the accused’s story
Public prosecutors responded strongly during the second week of the trial, presenting conclusive evidence that included medical reports, surveillance camera recordings, and witness testimonies to refute the accused’s story.
The court finished hearing all parties, as the case is now in the hands of the jury composed to evaluate the evidence and the bare facts.
The jury is expected to issue a ruling. Its final decision will be made soon, amid legal expectations that a life sentence will be issued if the accused is convicted of premeditated murder.
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