Cannibal trial: Victim 'wanted to be killed and eaten'

A German computer expert accused of being a real-life Hannibal Lecter made a detailed confession at the opening of his murder trial – but said he was only doing what the victim wanted.

Cannibal trial: Victim 'wanted to be killed and eaten'

A German computer expert accused of being a real-life Hannibal Lecter made a detailed confession at the opening of his murder trial – but said he was only doing what the victim wanted.

Armin Meiwes, 42, is charged with killing, dismembering and eating the flesh of an internet acquaintance.

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