Two teachers arrested in Erfurt - investigations into abuse!

Two teachers arrested in Erfurt - investigations into abuse!

In Erfurt, a terrifying incident causes excitement: A 63-year-old teacher was arrested by a student on suspicion of sexual abuse. According to Thuringia 24 , no arrest warrant was initially issued against this suspect. After further investigations and a search, however, an arrest warrant was obtained against him.

serious investigation

The investigation is carried out in close cooperation between the Erfurt criminal police, the Gotha criminal police and the Erfurt public prosecutor. The focus here is clearly on the complete clarification of the incidents and ensuring that all digital and physical evidence is taken into account.

A look at the current statistics shows that sexual offenses against children and adolescents in Germany are an increasing problem. According to the BKA's federal laying picture for 2023, the number of registered cases of sexual abuse of children amounts to 16,375, which means 5.5 % increase compared to the previous year. Over 55 % of the victims had a preliminary relationship with the suspects, which often came about through processes such as grooming. The importance of online platforms and social media for these offenses should also not be underestimated, as the BKA confirms. Obviously, the Internet is both a crime scene and a crime scene. (bka)

Although the investigative authorities are working intensively on clarifying the incidents, the underlying problem shows that many acts, especially in the family environment, remain undetected. However, the work of the police is continuously reinforced to protect affected children and to combat crime in this area.

The shock waves that arise from these incidents will also be noticeable in the broader society. It remains to be seen how the situation in Erfurt develops and what consequences the teachers have to be expected.