Murder accused says lover attacked him with knife

Joshua Michals, 26, faces murder charges for the fatal stabbing of his girlfriend Zhe Wang, 31, during a confrontation on March 20, 2024. He testified that he visited Wang's flat in Lewisham, London, to help alleviate her stress over a potential sexually transmitted infection following their sexual encounter. Upon arriving, he found her "cold" and "demented," and she subsequently attacked him with a knife. Michals described the struggle, stating he panicked and inadvertently struck her in the face. He emphasized that his intention was solely to defend himself against her aggressive behavior.

Police discovered Wang with two stab wounds to her face after Michals called for emergency help. The trial at the Old Bailey is ongoing, focusing on the details of the incident and the context of their relationship. Michals's defense argues that he acted out of fear for his life during the altercation.