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Trial Reveals Harrowing Testimonies in Torrejón Wedding Attack Case

Witnesses describe deliberate acceleration by Micael da Silva, as prosecutors seek a 226-year sentence for the 2022 vehicular attack that killed four and injured nine.

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Micael da Silva, el Portugués, una vez detenido

Overview

  • Witnesses, including the groom's parents, testified that Micael da Silva intentionally drove into the wedding crowd, describing the act as a 'massacre.'
  • The prosecution has formally requested a 226-year prison sentence for four counts of murder and nine counts of attempted murder.
  • Victim testimonies highlighted the devastating impact of the attack, with family members recounting injuries, loss, and chaos during the incident.
  • The defense plans to argue that da Silva acted out of 'insuperable fear,' claiming he believed his life was in danger after hearing gunshots.
  • The trial, held under heightened security, underscores the cultural and legal complexities surrounding the attack at a Roma wedding with 500 attendees.