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Tragic trial in Genthin: Jealousy leads to deadly violence!
In the trial surrounding the murder of a 20-year-old woman in Genthin, the defendant's guilt is being discussed, while new measures against domestic violence are being planned.
Tragic trial in Genthin: Jealousy leads to deadly violence!
A shocking trial over the killing of a 20-year-old woman has come to an end in Genthin. An expert not only certified that the convicted defendant was fully responsible, but also diagnosed a serious personality disorder. The background is as complex as it is tragic, as MDR reports. This disorder is related to a hearing impairment and the living conditions of the man, for whom aggressiveness and high levels of alcohol consumption are typical.
One thing becomes clear: the case is not just an isolated case, but shows an overarching problem of domestic violence that is becoming increasingly urgent in Germany. The relationship between the defendant and the deceased was characterized by jealousy and outbursts of violence. There were multiple threats in the last few months before the crime. A police officer confirmed that the young woman reported death threats as early as November 2024.
Domestic violence on the rise
Every year more than 250,000 people in Germany are affected by domestic violence, with the numbers increasing at an alarming rate. According to an evaluation by the BKA, every two minutes a person becomes a victim of violence in their own home, often by their own partner or family members. The number of unreported cases is probably even higher.
Women are particularly affected: around 73 percent of the victims were women, and in the case of intimate partner violence even almost 80 percent. The numbers show it's not just about physical attacks; More than half of the cases involve simple or dangerous physical harm, while a quarter involve threats or stalking.
New measures against violence
In order to combat the vexed issue of domestic violence more effectively, the federal government is planning to expand the use of electronic ankle bracelets. These are intended to make it possible to protect victims from the perpetrator by sounding the alarm when they approach and automatically informing the police. According to a bill submitted to the Federal Ministry of Justice, family courts will also have the opportunity to order such ankle bracelets in the future. Spiegel reports that the regulation could come into force from next year, with participation in anti-violence training becoming mandatory for perpetrators.
The planned law is part of a broader approach to combat domestic violence in Germany. Justice Minister Hubig emphasizes the importance of comprehensive protective measures for victims and increasing the punishment range for violations of the Violence Protection Act. In addition, a legal right to free advice and protection should apply from 2022.
Domestic violence cases have increased by almost 14 percent in the last five years. Critics fear that this is not only due to an increase in the willingness to use violence, but also to an increased willingness to report it. This makes it all the more important that society takes action and acts to protect victims from violence.