The yeshiva bochur who stabbed a friend in a yeshiva in Kiryat Sefer was determined to be in a psychotic state at the time, and therefore, he may not be held responsible for his actions. This evaluation is most likely to change the outcome of the criminal trial.

The determination was made after the court ordered the defendant undergo a psychiatric evaluation to determine his legal culpability. The opinion was submitted to the court by the district psychiatrist.

A hearing was held on Tuesday, 23 Tishrei, at which time the prosecution asked to have the expert opinion clarified, and while this is done, the defendant will remain hospitalized, until the next hearing.

A month ago, the defendant stabbed a friend three times, then fleeing to his dormitory room. The original indictment charged him with attempted murder, but in light of the expert opinion regarding his mental state, the entire reality surrounding the case is likely to change.

(YWN Israel Desk – Jerusalem)