A car dealer residing in Sweden is facing trial for the murder of 27-year-old Daniel Morova, who was shot in the head at the dealer's cottage in Kangasala back in June 2019. The trial's proceedings are set to commence today at the Pirkanmaa District Court, with Iltalehti providing live updates from the courtroom. Morova's death occurred the day after he was found unconscious, leading to a thorough investigation by the police, who remained skeptical of the car dealer's assertion that Morova had shot himself.

The police's doubts about the car dealer’s narrative were evident from the beginning of the investigation, initiated shortly after Morova's death. The car dealer was taken into custody on June 17, 2019, as a suspect in the murder due to compelling evidence suggesting foul play. During interrogations, the dealer maintained his position that Morova's death was a suicide; however, the forensic evidence, such as gunpowder residues found on his hands, contradicted his claims. This discrepancy fueled ongoing suspicions and delayed the investigative process considerably, which lasted several years.

As the trial gets underway, it is significant not just for the families involved but also for the wider public, as it brings to light issues of domestic violence and the judicial system’s response to such cases in Finland. Iltalehti's coverage will focus on the critical elements of the hearing, aiming to shed light on the alleged circumstances surrounding Morova's death and the car dealer's defense strategy as the case unfolds in court.