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Friendship ends fatally: Defendant admits stabbing in Neumünster
A 39-year-old from Neumünster confessed in court that he had fatally injured his friend during an argument. The trial begins on November 19th.
Friendship ends fatally: Defendant admits stabbing in Neumünster
A tragic incident has stirred emotions in Neumünster. A 39-year-old man is standing before the Kiel district court on charges of manslaughter. The defendant confessed to the fatal stabbings that cost the life of a 34-year-old man. On May 9th, a fatal argument broke out in the defendant's apartment when the victim, along with a woman, kicked in the door and threatened the defendant with a cleaver. In a moment of panic, the defendant ran to the kitchen, grabbed a knife and stabbed the attacker three times. Mopo reports that…
Later analysis shows that tensions between the two men had existed for a long time. The reason for this was the defendant's cocaine debts, which amounted to around 2,000 euros. The defendant's alcohol and drug consumption at the time of the crime also plays an important role. He was arrested at his home shortly after the incident and expressed regret over what happened. “I can’t forgive myself for this,” were the emotional words of the defendant. Relatives of the victim were present at the start of the trial and are following the developments with great interest.
A verdict in prospect
The trial, which continues on November 19, could end with a verdict in January. While the prosecution makes serious allegations, the defendant's lawyers must highlight the stress and emotional pressure he was under. The court will probably pay particular attention to the circumstances and motivation behind the acts.
Comparable cases in Germany
There was recently a similar incident in the capital Berlin, which shows that violent clashes do not only take place in northern Germany. There, a dispute over a parking space led to a fatal knife attack in which a 30-year-old man stabbed a 37-year-old victim in the stomach. Here too, the perpetrator said he had acted out of panic and fear for his father. World reports that... The defendant received six years in prison, which is something the courts generally have to consider when making a verdict in such cases.
The tragedy and circumstances of these violent acts not only raise questions about the human psyche, but also show how quickly conflicts can escalate. In both cases, the experiences of the defendants and the victims' families take center stage, while the courts must grapple with the difficult questions of justice. Developments will continue to be monitored closely.