A Minnesota man has been sentenced to 20 years in prison after admitting to repeatedly stabbing his wife during a domestic violence attack.
Husband Sentenced to 20 Years
Mehdi Badaoui, 53, was sentenced on Wednesday after pleading guilty to attempted first-degree murder in Dakota County.
The attack occurred on April 15, 2025, at the couple’s home in Farmington, Minnesota.
Victim Suffered Multiple Stab Wounds
According to investigators, police responded to a 911 call and found the victim lying in a pool of blood.
Authorities said she suffered 10 stab wounds, including injuries to her neck and armpit, and required emergency surgery.
Attack Allegedly Fueled by Jealousy
The victim told police that Badaoui attacked her because he believed she was being unfaithful.
Investigators said Badaoui later admitted he had placed a GPS tracking device on her vehicle because he suspected she was cheating.
Family Witnessed Assault
Family members told police they saw Badaoui stabbing the victim and dragging her through the home.
According to court documents, witnesses pleaded with him to stop, but he allegedly said he intended to kill her and go to jail.
Prosecutors Call Attack Brutal
Authorities described the incident as a severe act of domestic violence that nearly resulted in the victim’s death.
Badaoui will serve a 20-year prison sentence for the attack.
