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Ashdod Man Charged with Murdering Wife Using Wine Bottle After Domestic Dispute

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Michael Olpovitch from Ashdod is charged with murdering his wife Olga by striking her with a wine bottle during a domestic dispute, then neglecting to seek medical help, resulting in her death.

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  • Michael Olpovitch, 66, is charged with murdering his wife Olga, 64, in Ashdod.
  • The fatal attack occurred about a month ago after a dispute over household chores.
  • Olpovitch struck his wife with a wine bottle causing skull fractures and nervous system damage.
  • He did not seek medical help, leading to her death from the injuries.
  • He only contacted family two days after the incident.
  • The prosecution filed charges at Beersheba District Court.
Ashdod Man Charged with Murdering Wife Using Wine Bottle After Domestic Dispute
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The prosecution has filed murder charges against Michael Olpovitch, 66, from Ashdod, for killing his wife Olga, 64. The incident occurred about a month ago and stemmed from a domestic argument over household chores. According to the indictment, during the dispute, Olpovitch struck his wife with a wine bottle, causing severe skull fractures and damage to her central nervous system. He then failed to provide medical assistance or call for help, leading to her death from the injuries. Olpovitch only contacted his daughter and son-in-law two days after the attack.

The case is now before the Beersheba District Court, where the prosecution seeks to hold Olpovitch accountable for the fatal assault. The charges highlight the tragic consequences of domestic violence and the failure to seek timely medical care.

YnetCentre · Rishon LeZion

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