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Benny battles leukemia: a homeless hero and disturbing odds
Benedict is fighting leukemia in Oranienburg; Homeless man causes commotion in Zehdenick while 17 pigeons were shot.
Benny battles leukemia: a homeless hero and disturbing odds
In recent days, several stories have developed in Zehdenick that are arousing both sympathy and concern among residents. The focus is on an eight-year-old boy from Oranienburg who has been battling a severe form of leukemia for over a year and a half. Benedikt, as he is called, also suffers from the rare Philadelphia syndrome, a chromosomal abnormality that affects cell division. His doctors at the Berlin Charité have now found a potential stem cell donor, which gives hope for a possible stem cell transplant next January. maz-online.de has carefully documented the latest developments about Benny and his courageous fight for life.
But it's not just the fate of little Benny that moves the minds of the residents. In recent weeks, a homeless man who shares his life with twelve dogs has been causing mixed feelings in the community. Some neighbors support him with donations, while others pay attention out of concern for the welfare of the animals and the approaching winter. Critics raise concerns about possible neglect and animal cruelty, also known as animal hoarding. This discussion is particularly explosive since the man and his animals have been housed on private property since this week, where they at least have water and a roof.
About dead pigeons and a sanctuary
The situation takes a dark turn with the appearance of dead pigeons at a nearby sanctuary in Wensickendorf. A pigeon was recently shot there; A total of 17 dead pigeons have been discovered since last year. The press spokeswoman for the sanctuary suspects a pigeon hater is the perpetrator and has filed a complaint against unknown persons. Although the investigation is ongoing, the chances of success are slim, which reinforces residents' unease.
The local news situation is also supplemented by the tragic story of Doreen P., who died in a car accident on the A10 in 2021. A speeding driver was sentenced to prison, although the circumstances of the accident and the driver's reaction time are still being debated among the public. The court awarded Doreen's family compensation of 1,500 euros, but what happened remains painfully remembered.
In the midst of these events, Hans-Jürgen Kafka, an esteemed CDU city councilor from Hennigsdorf, died at the age of 75 after a long illness. He was known for his strong commitment to youth football and leaves a significant void in the community.
The last few days in Zehdenick and the surrounding area show how closely joy and suffering are linked. While Benny and the homeless man struggle with their challenges, the fates of the deceased Doreen P. and Hans-Jürgen Kafka shock the residents. The stories are different, but social responsibility remains for everyone.