Court Considers Mental Health Defense in Paramedic's Fatal Stabbing

Jordan James Fineanganofo may be found not criminally responsible for the murder of Steven Tougher due to mental health impairment.

Steven Tougher, a paramedic, was fatally stabbed 55 times outside a McDonald's in Campbelltown, Sydney, in April 2023.
Jordan James Fineanganofo, 23, has pleaded not guilty to murder, citing mental health impairment as his defense.
Psychiatrists from both the prosecution and defense agree Fineanganofo likely did not understand the wrongfulness of his actions due to a psychotic episode.
The court is considering a 'special verdict' of act proven but not criminally responsible, with a decision expected soon.
Tougher's family, present in court, expressed difficulty in accepting the mental health defense but stressed the importance of community safety.