Dubai: A chef went on trial after he was accused of stabbing a man twice with a kitchen knife in a fit of rage when the latter insulted his family, a Dubai Court of First Instance heard.
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The 32-year-old Indian defendant claimed that in November 2018, he was consuming alcohol inside his room with his friends, including the Indian victim.
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“He insulted my family and I insulted him back. He punched me and I didn’t respond. He went to the company and after 15 minutes, I followed him carrying a kitchen knife and stabbed him twice in his stomach.
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“I was under the influence of alcohol and angry. I wanted to scare the man, not kill him,” said the Indian chef in records.
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The 26-year-old Indian victim testified that he pushed the defendant after a heated argument.
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“I was shocked when he followed me to the company near our accommodation. He stabbed me with a knife and I fell on the ground. He wanted to kill me,” said the victim.
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Surveillance cameras in the company showed the victim bleeding and crawling in the corridor to reach the company’s main door.
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An Indian manager testified that he was alerted about the incident and called for an ambulance.
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Dubai Police apprehended the defendant who confessed to stabbing his friend.
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He was charged with attempted murder, physical assault and verbal insult.
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However, the victim was charged with physically assaulting the defendant and verbally insulting him.
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The verdict is expected on July 30.
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