The trial of Vitali Stefanski, accused of murdering his ex-wife Tatjana Stefanski, began in B.C. Supreme Court in Kamloops. Prosecutor Rigel Tessman outlined the case, stating that Tatjana, a 44-year-old mother of two, was last seen alive with Stefanski and was later found dead near Mabel Lake with multiple stab wounds. The first witness, their nine-year-old son, recounted the last time he saw his mother. He described how his father had dropped off a suitcase at their home shortly before Tatjana went missing. The prosecution plans to present evidence over the next two and a half weeks, including testimonies from forensic experts and RCMP officers. Notably, Stefanski allegedly confessed to police, stating, 'Yes. She is dead. Yes. I killed her.' The trial, which has raised concerns about the emotional impact on the children involved, was relocated to Kamloops to ensure the accused's fair access to legal resources. The trial continues with further testimonies expected from family members.