SloveniaDamjan Košmrlj was sentenced to three years in prison for causing severe burns to his acquaintance Ivan R. through arson. The incident occurred at Knafljev trg in Ribnica, where Košmrlj, under the influence of alcohol, apavrin, and cocaine, set fire to Ivan R. using disinfectant and a lighter before fleeing. Ivan R., who already had physical and speech impairments, suffered second-degree burns covering 22% of his body surface and continues to deal with the aftermath. Košmrlj admitted to being intoxicated but denied pouring the liquid on Ivan R., claiming he tried to cool him down with Coca-Cola. His defense suggested Ivan R.'s roommate might have been responsible, but no evidence supported this claim. Ivan R. immediately accused Košmrlj upon arrival of emergency responders and police, and the roommate confirmed this account. Košmrlj fled the scene, and the court noted inconsistencies in his behavior, such as leaving the victim after allegedly trying to extinguish the flames. Blood tests revealed alcohol, cocaine, and apavrin metabolites, and a psychiatric evaluation indicated diminished responsibility due to substance abuse. However, the court emphasized the severity of the harm, a
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