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Forensic Evidence Reignites Debate in Tair Rada Murder Libel Trial
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First reported by Walla · 19 hours ago
What happened
Dr. Chen Kogel testified in the Tair Rada murder libel trial, highlighting mitochondrial DNA evidence linking Adir Havni to the crime scene and confirming serrated blade wounds. He criticized the prosecution's changed stance toward forensic evidence and clarified key forensic details, while the court postponed ruling on contested issues.
- 01Mitochondrial DNA evidence linked suspect Adir Havni to Tair Rada's crime scene.
- 02Dr. Kogel confirmed serrated blade caused some of Rada's wounds.
- 03Prosecution's attitude toward forensic institute shifted after evidence publication.
- 04Kogel ruled a wrist cut was postmortem, indicating body mutilation after death.
- 05No conclusive proof on assailant's handedness or bite marks on victim.
- 06Court postponed decisions on disputed forensic findings pending further hearings.
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