Trial in Solothurn: Life sentence demanded for murder of teenager

In proceedings over the death of a 17-year-old in Bellach, prosecutors have sought a life sentence. The defendant's lawyer is demanding a lenient sentence.

Trial in Solothurn: Life sentence demanded for murder of teenager

Trial in Solothurn: Life sentence demanded for murder of teenager

A man accused of murdering 17-year-old Aliyah in Bellach is standing trial before a court in the canton of Solothurn. The public prosecutor's office has demanded a life sentence in its closing statement.

The perpetrator has admitted to the act. Nonetheless, his defence is seeking a substantially lighter sentence. The exact circumstances of the crime and the defendant's motives were discussed in the course of the main hearing.

Source: Solothurner Zeitung

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