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Man denies racially-aggravated murder of scientist Dr Fortune Gomo in Dundee
Overview
A 21-year-old man, Kyler Rattray, has pleaded not guilty to the racially-aggravated murder of 39-year-old scientist Dr Fortune Gomo in Dundee. Dr Gomo, an academic who graduated with a PhD from the University of Dundee, was found fatally injured on South Street in July last year after being struck with a knife. The defence is currently investigating the accused's mental health, including potential links to autism, and a trial has been set for January 2028 at the High Court in Dundee.
Key points
- Kyler Rattray, 21, pleaded not guilty to the racially-aggravated murder of Dr Fortune Gomo.
- Dr Gomo, 39, was found fatally injured on South Street in Dundee in July of the previous year.
- Prosecutors allege the victim was repeatedly struck with a knife in an attack aggravated by racial prejudice.
- Rattray also faces a separate charge of illegally possessing a knife in a public place.
- The defence has instructed Prof Baron Cohen to report on whether the accused has autism affecting his criminal responsibility.
- The trial is scheduled to begin on 5 January 2028 at the High Court in Dundee.