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London Bus Stop Horror: Woman Stabbed 18 Times
19 Jan
Summary
- Man allegedly stabbed woman 18 times at a bus stop.
- The accused is described as a 'gore video fanatic'.
- A trial of the facts is being held for the unfit defendant.
On May 9, 2024, a shocking incident unfolded at a north London bus stop when a woman was fatally stabbed 18 times. The victim, 66-year-old Anita Mukhey, was waiting for a bus on Edgware Road when the alleged attack occurred. Witnesses reportedly observed the assailant, identified as Jala Debella, 24, carrying out the assault before calmly departing the scene.
The legal proceedings have taken a unique turn as Debella is deemed medically unfit to stand trial. Despite this, a trial of the facts is proceeding at the Old Bailey. This type of trial is convened when a defendant cannot participate in their defense but the prosecution still seeks to establish their alleged guilt.
Prosecutors allege that Debella, who reportedly purchased a hunting knife online, is a "gore video fanatic." The court is tasked with determining the facts of the case, even without the defendant's direct involvement in the trial process. The prosecution aims to prove that Debella committed the alleged crimes.
