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Utah rape suspect who faked death can be extradited from Scotland, judge rules

  • Nicholas Alahverdian, who used aliases Rossi and Knight, fought extradition for two years.
  • Judge ruled identity claims were implausible and fingerprints/tattoos confirmed match.
  • Faces 2008 rape charge in Utah plus other charges in Rhode Island and Ohio.
  • Claimed to have late-stage cancer and faked own death but was found alive in Scotland.
  • Final decision rests with Scottish government ministers reviewing judge's ruling.
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