Hadi Matar has been found guilty of attempted murder and assault for his stabbing attack on celebrated author Salman Rushdie at a New York arts event in August 2022. The jury's verdict came after witnessing multiple videos of the attack, which significantly influenced their decision. Rushdie sustained severe injuries, including the loss of vision in one eye and damage to internal organs, necessitating emergency surgery. Matar, who faces up to 25 years in prison, expressed disappointment over the verdict, while he echoed political sentiments as he was taken away post-trial.
Hadi Matar was found guilty of attempted murder and assault for stabbing novelist Salman Rushdie during a public event, reflecting the ongoing risks writers face.
Matar's actions resulted in severe physical injuries to Rushdie, including the loss of sight in one eye and damage to vital organs, highlighting the brutality of the attack.
During the trial, the jury viewed videos of the attack, which profoundly impacted the verdict as the defense struggled to counter the visual evidence presented.
As Matar was led away, he expressed political sentiments with 'Free Palestine,' highlighting the complicated motivations surrounding such violent acts against public figures.
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