Psychological investigation for man who shot Iranian police officer
Hasan B., 28, is accused of shooting a police officer in Schoonhoven. His lawyer claims he was mentally unstable and under the influence of addiction. B. allegedly did not know he was to carry out the shooting until later. The police officer, of Iranian descent, was critical of the Tehran regime. B. denies any connection to Iran, stating he feels bad about the situation. DNA evidence links him to the weapon used. The prosecution is investigating potential accomplices. The victim plans to speak at the trial and seeks damages. B. fled in a stolen car but was arrested in Germany a week later and extradited to the Netherlands.
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