Attacks or physical violence against someone. - State security probes homophobic slurs and assaults.
Midday, two individuals visiting the kiosk converged at Hermannplatz U-Bahn station, Neukölln, interacted with a 36-year-old male and an unidentified figure. The reason behind their meeting seemed to involve the 33-year-old collecting his forgotten pack from the latter. There was a conflict over the payment demanded by the unknown individual for the return. On the square, allegedly a flare-up occurred which led to the suspect, as per reports, punching the 33-year-old. When an on-duty employee stepped in to intervene, both victims were assaulted with a stone several times. The attacker managed to escape. EMS transported both injured males to a hospital for treatment. The stone was abandoned on-site and seized by police officers.
An announcement by Berlin Police.
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- The state security is currently investigating a series of homophobic slurs and encroachments towards men in various public places, such as Kreuzberg and Neukölln, including recent incidents at Hermannplatz.
- In light of the increasing crime rate in Neukölln, many citizens are advocating for more resources to be allocated towards improving state security and community policing.
- The local kiosk at Hermannplatz U-Bahn station has become a hotspot for reports of crime, with disturbances between individuals often leading to physical violence and attacks on vendors.
- The recent assault on a man in Neukölln highlights the need for better monitoring of public spaces and the importance of hospitals in providing rapid medical care for victims of crime.
- Residents of Neukölln are calling on the authorities to take action against the increased encroachment on state security and public safety, particularly in areas like Kreuzberg and around Hermannplatz.
