In a harrowing case of kidnapping and murder, Daryoush Kholghnik and Talib Mombeini have been convicted in Leicester for their roles in the brutal killing of 53-year-old Tala Tala. The verdict, delivered on Friday, found Kholghnik guilty of murder and Mombeini guilty of manslaughter.
The Crime and Convictions The pair were accused of abducting Mr. Tala in his own car from the Braunstone area of Leicester at about 11.30pm on 23 March. They then held him at a house on Harrow Road, Westcotes, where he endured a prolonged and vicious assault. Mr. Tala suffered 190 cuts and 17 stab wounds during the ordeal.
Throughout the attack, Kholghnik and Mombeini also made calls to Mr. Tala’s family, demanding cash in exchange for medical assistance. The police were eventually alerted and discovered Mr. Tala’s vehicle nearby, with blood both inside and outside.
Upon entering the property, detectives found Mr. Tala with severe injuries to his head, torso, and limbs. Despite efforts by officers to administer first aid, he tragically died 50 minutes later.
Background to the Attack The attack is believed to have stemmed from a money scam involving Mr. Tala, from which Kholghnik and Mombeini had previously been defrauded.
Court Proceedings and Sentencing On Friday, Kholghnik, aged 34, was convicted of kidnap and murder, along with two counts of blackmail. Meanwhile, 38-year-old Mombeini had already pleaded guilty to kidnap and was found guilty of manslaughter but acquitted of murder. They are due to be sentenced on Monday at Leicester Crown Court.
Family’s Statement and Police Comments In a statement, Mr. Tala’s family expressed their immense pain and hurt, emphasizing that regardless of any poor decisions he may have made, resorting to such violent means is never justifiable. Detective Chief Inspector Mark Sinski of Leicestershire Police commented on the horrific nature of the torture inflicted upon Mr. Tala, extending his thoughts to the victim’s family who are left to grapple with the distressing details of the case.
The Aftermath This case has shaken the Leicester community, highlighting the devastating consequences of criminal actions driven by vengeance and greed. As the sentencing awaits, the focus remains on the impact on Mr. Tala’s family and the long-term effects of such a heinous crime on the community.
