Belgian nobleman goes on trial for murder of stepmother in family dispute

Nicolas Ullens de Schooten (61) stands trial in Nijvel for the 2023 fatal shooting of his stepmother, Baroness Myriam 'Mimi' Lechien (70). The case, rooted in a wealthy family's financial and emotional conflicts, highlights a rare violent outcome in elite Belgian circles. The trial's outcome will hinge on motive and mental state, with the defense likely citing rejection and financial strain.