Stepson to Stand Trial for Alleged Role in Stepfather’s Death and Concealment

Nikola Golem is accused of sedating his stepfather, Tomislav Nemes, before his death and living with his mummified remains for over a year.

Tomislav Nemes, 69, likely died of sepsis from infected bed sores between August 2021 and February 2022, according to court testimony.
Police discovered Nemes’ mummified remains in April 2023 during a welfare check requested by interstate relatives.
Nikola Golem, Nemes’ stepson, is accused of administering sedatives to restrict Nemes’ access to money and preventing medical treatment.
Golem allegedly offered $100,000 to an undercover officer to kill detectives investigating the case, though no evidence of an organized plot was found.
Golem’s defense argues there is no evidence he directly caused Nemes’ death, and he remains in custody awaiting trial in Brisbane.