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Pensioner acquitted: Firecracker accident involving child ends in court!
A 68-year-old man was acquitted by the Dessau-Roßlau regional court after he denied throwing a firecracker at a child.
Pensioner acquitted: Firecracker accident involving child ends in court!
In a fateful hearing at the Dessau-Roßlau regional court, a 68-year-old man from Wittenberg was acquitted. He was accused of throwing a firecracker at neighbors on New Year's Eve two years ago, which resulted in serious injuries to a five-year-old child. The trial, which announced its verdict on Wednesday, ended with a positive result for the pensioner: the public prosecutor's office had already pleaded for acquittal in the first instance, which has now actually been confirmed in the appeal hearing. This reports MDR.
The negotiation was anything but trivial. Two important witnesses, the defendant's partner and the mother of the injured child, were heard. But ultimately the accusation could not be proven beyond doubt, which was crucial for the verdict. The firecracker that exploded in the child's hood area and caused significant burns was linked to the allegations that were being made. A judgment that is not legally binding - the public prosecutor has the opportunity to appeal.
The dangers of pyrotechnics
The case sheds light on the risks associated with pyrotechnics. In Germany, the handling of explosive substances is strictly regulated. According to an overview Wikipedia Pyrotechnic items such as fireworks, which played a central role in this incident, are considered dangerous goods and are subject to strict regulations regarding their manufacture, use and transport.
The regulation on the use of pyrotechnics stipulates that certain categories of fireworks may only be used with official permits. For example, countless types of classic New Year's Eve pops should not be used carelessly without appropriate knowledge of how to handle them correctly. Such items are particularly explosive when you consider that they are divided into categories that impose age restrictions. For example, F2 fireworks may only be lit from the age of 16.
How safe are we really?
The Wittenberg verdict shows how important education and safety are when dealing with pyrotechnics. If you look at the regulations that regulate ownership and use, it quickly becomes clear: the import and use of these bangers are strictly limited and not accessible to everyone. For example, while certain fire rockets and signaling devices are prohibited in public, there are separate rules for approved events.
Whether in the football stadium or during New Year's Eve - the burning questions remain: How do we ensure a carefree feeling of celebration and at the same time protect people's safety? In light of the incident, it may be time to consider tighter surveillance or awareness-raising efforts.
In any case, the Wittenberg case remains an example of the risks associated with incorrect use of pyrotechnics. Such a situation can quickly become an unexpected tragedy for those affected.