Inquest into the death of Momtaz KABBOUT
Deceased
Momtaz Kabbout
Demographics
46y, male
Date of death
2012-07-02
Finding date
2012-05-07
Cause of death
multiple gunshot wounds inflicted by person or persons unknown
AI-generated summary
Momtaz Kabbout, a 46-year-old driving instructor, was found dead in Shortland Brush Reserve, Lansdowne on 3 July 2012 with multiple gunshot wounds. Forensic autopsy revealed he had been shot five times with all bullets fired from the same firearm. The first shot struck his chin, severing his carotid artery, with subsequent shots fired as he fell to the ground. Evidence at the scene suggested he had been engaged in sexual activity immediately before his death. The investigation revealed Momtaz was involved in multiple extramarital affairs, and his brother hindered the police investigation. Despite extensive investigation, the identity of the person or persons responsible remains unknown. The case was referred to the unsolved homicide unit of NSW Police Force.
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Contributing factors
- five gunshot wounds from same firearm
- carotid artery severed by first shot
- deceased's involvement in extramarital affairs
- obstruction of investigation by witnesses
Coroner's recommendations
- Referral to unsolved homicide unit NSW Police Force
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