Skip to Content

Salman Rushdie’s alleged assailant won’t see author’s private notes before trial

KIFI

Associated Press

MAYVILLE, N.Y. (AP) — A New York judge has ruled that author Salman Rushdie does not have to turn over private notes about his stabbing to the man charged with attacking him. Suspect Hadi Matar’s lawyers had sought material related to Rushdie’s recently published memoir about the attack as part of trial preparations. But a Chautauqua County judge on Thursday called the request too broad. He also said that Rushdie is covered by New York’s Shield law, which protects journalists from having to disclose confidential sources. Matar’s trial on attempted murder and assault charges is scheduled for October. He has pleaded not guilty.

Article Topic Follows: AP National

Jump to comments ↓

Author Profile Photo

Associated Press

BE PART OF THE CONVERSATION

KIFI Local News 8 is committed to providing a forum for civil and constructive conversation.

Please keep your comments respectful and relevant. You can review our Community Guidelines by clicking here

If you would like to share a story idea, please submit it here.

Skip to content