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Chișinău man detained for attempted murder of partner

A 38-year-old man from Chișinău has been detained by law enforcement on suspicion of attempted murder against his live-in partner.

The incident occurred at their shared residence, following a conflict that broke out between the couple.

According to the General Police Inspectorate, the victim, a 43-year-old woman, alerted authorities, reporting an attack with a sharp object by her partner. Preliminary information indicates the man reportedly struck the woman multiple times in the head and neck area before fleeing the scene.

Following a rapid response, the suspect was located and apprehended in the Anenii Noi district, with the support of local police officers.

A criminal investigation has been initiated, and the court has ordered the man's remand for 30 days. If convicted, he faces a prison sentence of 10 to 15 years.

Investigations are ongoing to establish all the circumstances.

Translation by Iurie Tataru

Eliza Mihalache

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