Man re-tried for 2017 family stabbing

Logatec resident David Rovan is back in court as proceedings are reheard for a 2017 family assault. At the time of the incident, Rovan was reportedly struggling with events from his youth and heavily using illicit substances and alcohol. He allegedly consumed methadone, two deciliters of spirits, and twelve beers before the attack.

The prosecution alleges that Rovan, in a state of significantly diminished responsibility due to "alcohol intoxication and personality deficit," attacked family members with a knife. His uncle suffered the most severe injuries, with Rovan accused of attempted murder in this regard. His mother and grandmother were also cut during the assault.

In the initial trial, which concluded in May 2019, Rovan received a sentence of six years and five months. However, the verdict was subsequently overturned in parts concerning his uncle, mother, and threats made during the incident. The court is now re-evaluating the case, considering the circumstances and Rovan's state at the time of the attack.