Murder trial opens for 18-year-old accused of stabbing social worker 69 times

The trial of Djordje Wilms (18), accused of fatally stabbing Tamima Nibras Juhar (34) at least 69 times in Oslo last August, begins today in Oslo District Court, Dagbladet reports.

Wilms is expected to testify on the first day of proceedings, his defence lawyer Petter Mandt confirmed. The defendant has been held in near-total isolation at Ullersmo Prison’s high-security Zulu unit since his arrest, with authorities citing risks to his safety and potential reoffending.

The victim’s brother, Anwar Nibras Juhar, is present in court and will give evidence during the trial. The family has described the proceedings as both painful and necessary, hoping for a “dignified and calm” trial despite public and media interest.

Prosecutors allege the killing was premeditated, pointing to Wilms’ online purchase of a hunting knife, combat boots, and cargo pants a week before the attack. A diary found at the scene will also be presented as evidence. While initially charged with terrorism, Wilms now faces murder charges with an acknowledged political motive.

In earlier prison statements, Wilms admitted to making inflammatory remarks—including a demand to be housed only with “Norwegian or white” inmates—but later claimed these were attempts to manipulate others. “I’ve actually changed in recent months,” he told a custody hearing in April.

The trial follows a PST assessment that, prior to the attack, Wilms posed a “low threat” despite being known to authorities.