Minors Accused of Torturing 14 Year Old Boy in Neubrandenburg
2 sources · Germany
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- Der Spiegel
- Frankfurter Allgemeine
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Police in Neubrandenburg, Mecklenburg Vorpommern, are investigating ten children and adolescents aged 9 to 15 who allegedly tortured a 14 year old boy for several hours. The victims injuries included burns and light injuries caused by punches, kicks, and various objects. Authorities became aware of the incident through videos shared on social media, which subsequently allowed them to identify the suspects on Wednesday. Reports indicate that charges have been filed for dangerous bodily harm, coercion, insult, and violation of personal privacy; however, children under 14 are not criminally liable under German law.
This incident follows a similar event two weeks prior in Neubrandenburg, where a witness reported three children and adolescents aged 12 to 15 kicking a 12 year old boy. A police spokesperson stated that there is no connection between the two cases, although both groups of suspects were already known to the police.
How each side framed it
- Centre-left
- The report focused on the specific nature of the abuse and the legal status of the minors.
- Centre-right
- The report emphasized the duration of the torture and the recurrence of such violence in the city.
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