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Witness tells murder trial that deceased was stabbed after he insulted accused's mother

Summary

During the murder trial of Badri Khvedelidze, witness Givi Verdzeuli (66) testified that on 15 October 2005 at Westward Court, Tralee, a dispute erupted when George Tkeshelashvili (57) insulted Khvedelidze's mother. Verdzeuli described seeing Tkeshelashvili thrust an open hand at Khvedelidze's mother, prompting Khvedelidze to ask why he was cursed. Khvedelidze then struck Tkeshelashvili in the chest, after which Verdzeuli observed blood gush and a knife appear in Khvedelidze's hand. Verdzeuli ran to fetch a towel, and when he returned Tkeshelashvili was on the ground, unable to stand. An ambulance was called but the parties opted for a taxi to the hospital, where Tkeshelashvili was still in distress. The trial proceeds before Justice Isobel Kennedy and a jury of twelve. Givi Verdzeuli pleaded not guilty.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Witness tells murder trial that deceased was stabbed after he insulted accused's mother. Charges or matters: the murder of fellow Georgian George Tkeshelashvili (57). Procedural stage: trial

When:

• October 15, 2005 Hearing Or Sentence
• 2015-10-21 Publication

Why: Mr Khvedelidze, who was a roommate of Mr Verdzeuli at the time, invited him to play a game of cards but he refused because he was enjoying the film. CNI source report

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Stage Trial Violent Crime

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