Driver sentenced to more than three years in prison after tractor blockade!

Driver sentenced to more than three years in prison after tractor blockade!

On July 15, 2025, the final conviction of a driver who hit a farmer during a tractor blockade in Friesoythe was confirmed. The incident occurred on January 8, 2024, when the driver drove his vehicle into the blockade and hit the 35-year-old farmer. The impact threw him against the windshield and dragged him about six meters across the asphalt while the vehicle's tires drove over his leg. The driver, a 46-year-old, was sentenced in December 2024 to a prison sentence of three years and seven months for attempted manslaughter and grievous bodily harm, as NDR reported.

The court found that the man, who was on his way home after a night shift, had an intent to kill in the approved form. Although the driver stated that he had no intention of hurting anyone, the judge did not accept that statement at face value. The defense attorney called for a suspended prison sentence, but pointed out that his client had only behaved incorrectly. However, the court decided otherwise and followed the prosecutor's request.

Details about the incident

The accident took place during a protest by farmers who wanted to draw attention to the difficult situation in their industry. In recent years, the number of accidents and criminal complaints related to such farmers' protests has increased. As Spiegel reports, there were numerous incidents that can be traced back to the heated tempers and tense nerves. Although the farmer injured in this incident suffered relatively minor injuries and was released after a night in hospital, the tragedy of the incident sheds light on the escalations that can occur during such protests.

The penalty for the driver also includes the revocation of his driving license for four years. The earliest application to regain your driving license can be made after this period has expired at the earliest.

Conclusion

This incident and the resulting condemnation highlight the complex and often tense situations that can develop on the streets during such protests. The dangers posed by careless behavior on the road should not be underestimated and can have serious consequences.