A man who denies murdering a "devoted" father-of-11 is set to stand trial. Ibrahim Yassin, 64, died after police were called to his home in Cardiff on February 18, 2024.
Mujeeb Hassani, 40, of Cliff Court, Butetown, has pleaded not guilty to murder and manslaughter. His trial began on Monday, August 10, at Cardiff Crown Court.
Family tributes
In a statement released through police, Mr Yassin's family described him as a "cherished father, deeply adored by his children".
They added: "He was not only a guiding light in their lives, offering unwavering love, guidance, and support through every triumph and trial they faced together. Mr Yassin was known as a generous and compassionate pillar of the community, always ready to lend a hand and spread love wherever he went."
Trial proceedings
Judge Tracey Lloyd-Clarke has entered the courtroom, with family members filling two rows of the public gallery. The lead prosecutor is John Hipkin KC, while Tom Crowther KC leads Hassani's defence. Hassani appears via a link from Ashworth, along with an interpreter.
The jury has been sworn in, and Judge Lloyd-Clarke told them: "This case will go into next week, but not any longer than that."
