The Leicestershire Police announced that an investigation has resulted in a man being convicted and jailed for the kidnap and murder of a 53-year-old male victim. According to a news release from Leicestershire Police, 34-year-old Daryoush Kholghnik was convicted on November 24 in the kidnap and murder of Tala Tala. Kholghnik was also convicted of two counts of blackmail.

38-year-old Talib Mombeini had previously pleaded guilty to the kidnap of Tala. Following a trial, Mombeini was found guilty of manslaughter and not guilty of murder. On Monday, Kholghnik was sentenced to life imprisonment to serve a minimum of 31 years. Authorities say Mombeini was sentenced to 18 years imprisonment.

Kholghnik and Mombeini were accused of kidnapping Tala Tala in the Braunstone area of Leicester around 11:30 PM on March 23 before driving him away in his own vehicle. The victim suffered multiple stab wounds. Authorities say calls were placed to individuals known to Mr. Tala demanding money for the victim to receive medical assistance.

The police investigation led authorities to Mr. Tala’s body on a property on Harrow Road on March 24, 2023.