Metal man Nergal not guilty

20th August 2011

Adam Darski has been found not guilty of destroying the holy book

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Death metal musician ‘Nergal’ has been cleared in court after tearing up a bible live on stage and calling it “a deceitful book”.

Adam Darski, better known as the front man of metal band Behemoth, “did not insult religious feelings” said the court which backed up its decision by stating that his music was merely “a peculiar form of art”.

“The court does not intend to, in spite of expectations, prosecute against the artistic freedom of expression against religion,” said Judge Krzysztof Wieckowski of Gdynia’s District Court.

“However the court will examine whether or not this man is a danger to society or youth.”

The case refers back to concert where Mr Dars ...

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