Aymen Terkmani, a convicted murderer and sex offender, died on Wednesday at the maximum-security Lithgow correctional centre in New South Wales, Australia. Terkmani, 31, was critically injured in an assault and later pronounced dead by paramedics.
The incident is currently under investigation by prison authorities and NSW police.
Background of the Crime
In 2015, Terkmani brutally murdered and sexually assaulted 16-year-old Mahmoud Hrouk in Sydney’s Fairfield East. The teenager’s body was discovered by his brother in an abandoned home, with injuries described as “too numerous to list and too gruesome to describe” by Justice Lucy McCallum during Terkmani’s sentencing.
The Trial and Sentencing
Terkmani was sentenced to a maximum of 45 years in prison, with a non-parole period of 33 years, for the heinous crime. Justice McCallum emphasized the severity of the attack, stating that Terkmani subjected Mahmoud to “unspeakable violence.”
Incident and Investigation
The circumstances surrounding Terkmani’s death are still under investigation. Corrective Services New South Wales confirmed that medical assistance was provided, but paramedics declared him dead.
Aymen Terkmani’s death brings closure but not justice for Mahmoud Hrouk’s family. The incident highlights concerns about prison safety and the need for continued investigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Aymen Terkmani?
Aymen Terkmani was a convicted murderer and sex offender serving a 33-year sentence.
What was Terkmani convicted of?
Terkmani was convicted of murdering and sexually assaulting 16-year-old Mahmoud Hrouk in 2015.
Where did Terkmani die?
Terkmani died at Lithgow correctional centre in New South Wales.
