- The trial of Melanie Müller continues
The trial against Melanie Müller, accused of Hitler salute allegations, continued at Leipzig District Court in her absence. The prosecution alleges that the 36-year-old displayed the Hitler salute multiple times at a concert in September 2022. She is charged with using symbols of unconstitutional and terrorist organizations. The judge had previously stated that Melanie Müller did not need to be present.
The second day of the trial was scheduled to begin with the testimony of a witness who was initially absent. The day is expected to include closing arguments and the verdict. Additionally, the charges involve drug possession, as 0.69 grams of cocaine and an ecstasy tablet were found during a search of Müller's Leipzig apartment.
At the trial's opening, the former RTL jungle queen denied all accusations. Her lawyer stated that the hand gesture was meant to hype up the audience, and that her client has no right-wing sympathies or political affiliations. She claimed the drugs belonged to a friend who had left them at Müller's place during a visit. Until a final conviction, Müller is presumed innocent.
Müller was born in the Saxon town of Oschatz. In 2014, she won the eighth season of "I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here!" and has since appeared in various TV formats. As a schlager singer, she performs in places like Mallorca.
The role of presenting the case against Melanie Müller falls under the jurisdiction of The Office of the Prosecutor. Despite the drug-related charges, the primary focus of the trial remains the Hitler salute allegations.
