A 67-year-old man from Gotland faces murder charges after allegedly shooting a 63-year-old acquaintance with a shotgun. The incident occurred inside the suspect's residence. Prosecutors state the victim was shot in the head with the older man's own weapon.
The suspect claims the 63-year-old took his own life. Forensic evidence contradicts this account. An autopsy confirmed the death was caused by another person.
A witness was present during the fatal shooting. This person saw the 67-year-old fire the deadly shot. Both men knew each other previously.
The accused has no prior criminal record and denies any wrongdoing. Gotland police continue their investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death.
This case highlights the challenges of determining intent in fatal shootings involving acquaintances. The physical evidence appears to directly contradict the suspect's version of events.