Hockey Coach Mohamed Samak Faces Trial at Worcester Crown Court for Wife’s Death
Mohamed Samak is on trial for allegedly killing his wife, Joanne, amid personal struggles and financial issues.
Droitwich, Worcester, UK, Mohamed Samak, Joanne Samak, Hockey Coach
Droitwich: Mohamed Samak, a hockey coach, is on trial for his wife’s death. He denies killing Joanne Samak, 49, at their home on July 1, 2024.
Police found Joanne with severe injuries. Samak was arrested shortly after. The prosecutor claims he killed her due to financial troubles and interest in another woman.
Samak had worked with the under-18 Welsh national team. He allegedly kept track of Joanne’s life insurance and pension benefits.
Joanne was set to start her new interior design business the day she died. Friends say she was the main provider and was excited about her future.
During the trial, the prosecutor said Samak lied to police, claiming Joanne stabbed herself. He said he found her in bed with a knife in her stomach.
Samak called emergency services but was questioned about his wife’s injuries. He hesitated when asked if she had stabbed herself.
A post-mortem showed six stab wounds on Joanne, including one to her chest. Neighbors reported hearing screams around the time of her death.
Samak claimed he waited to call for help because he was upset. However, friends and family said Joanne was happy and had plans for her 50th birthday.
The trial is ongoing, with prosecutors presenting contrasting views of the couple’s lives.