A 35-year-old man is currently facing trial at Berlin's district court for his alleged involvement in a chilling incident. He's accused of viciously attacking his wife with a knife, leading to critical injuries. The incident occurred in March this year within their shared apartment in Berlin-Friedrichsfelde. The situation unfolded after a heated argument between the couple, with the eldest of their three children attempting to mediate. When things escalated, the distressed teenager made the brave decision to call the police.
According to the indictment, the defendant inflicted numerous stab wounds on his wife, primarily in her head and chest area, as well as on her arms. By the time the authorities arrived, the alleged perpetrator had fled over the balcony. The victim's life was miraculously saved through several hours of emergency surgery.
The defendant was promptly apprehended and has remained in custody ever since. The trial for attempted manslaughter is scheduled to conclude on January 8, following five additional trial days.
Interestingly, the defendant has requested to testify on the second day of the trial, as announced by his defense lawyer. However, specific reasons for this decision remain unclear.
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