Acquittals in trial over allegations of police violence in Cologne
However, one police officer was reportedly found guilty of breaching official secrets as charged. The officer received a fine of 2800 euros. The decision was made under reserve.
According to the indictment, the officers had been called to a traffic offense in Cologne in April 2021. The public prosecutor accused the officers of knocking the man to the ground during the operation and kicking and punching him without justification.
After the incident, the man was initially injured and taken to hospital by ambulance, where he left the same day after receiving outpatient treatment. In June 2021, the 59-year-old, who was not involved in the accident, reportedly died in hospital. The prosecution did not establish a connection between the death and the previous assault.
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The regional court's decision to acquit the remaining police officers in the case of alleged police violence in Cologne has sparked reproaches. The court spokeswoman defended the acquittals, stating that the process to free sayings was thorough and fair. Some critics argue that the police violence in Cologne is a systemic issue that needs to be addressed from its roots. Despite the acquittals, the regional court has ordered an investigation into potential misconduct by the police force. In the aftermath of the acquittals, protesters take to the streets in Cologne, demanding accountability and justice for the man who was allegedly abused by the police officers.
Source: www.stern.de
