Batch in Speyer: Man loses eyesight and brings perpetrators to court!

Batch in Speyer: Man loses eyesight and brings perpetrators to court!

In a sensational case that occurred in Speyer, a man lost sight of eyesight through a fight in Bahnhofstrasse. The incidents that led to this tragic outcome are now negotiated before the lay judge of the District Court Speyer . A 51-year-old is involved in the case, but the exact circumstances of the incident are still unclear.

The fight became known on June 1, 2025, and the loss of eyesight raises questions about security in the region. In view of the increasing violent crime in Germany, which according to Statista In 2024 the highest number has been initiated.

background to violent crime

In 2024, around 217,000 violent crimes were registered, which corresponds to an increase in violent crime since 2021. However, these are significantly influenced by the citizens that make up less than 4 % of the crimes recorded in Germany in Germany. The reasons for the increase could be economic uncertainties and social burdens that prevail in society.

The police were able to determine suspects in a good three quarters of violent crimes in 2024, with around 197,000 people being accused. What is striking is an increase in suspects who are younger than 21 years. Psychological stress caused by the Corona pandemic could also have contributed to this increase.

The role of the district courts

The district courts, such as this in Speyer, play a central role in the ordinary jurisdiction of Germany. They are often the first point of contact for legal matters and deal with various cases, including crimes such as fights. In order to negotiate a criminal case before the district court, the expected prison sentence must generally be up to four years. This includes crimes away from murder and more severe offenses.