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Verdict against young woman: Baby suffocated with shower towel

A young woman was sentenced on Thursday in Heilbronn to three years' imprisonment for manslaughter. The court considered it proven that the then 17-year-old suffocated her baby with a shower towel after giving birth at home, a court spokesperson announced in writing.

A sign reading "Defendant" is placed on the court bench. Photo.aussiedlerbote.de
A sign reading "Defendant" is placed on the court bench. Photo.aussiedlerbote.de

Process - Verdict against young woman: Baby suffocated with shower towel

A young woman was sentenced on Thursday in Heilbronn to three years' imprisonment for manslaughter. The court considered it proven that the then 17-year-old suffocated her baby with a shower towel after giving birth at home, a court spokesperson announced in writing.

The public prosecutor's office had originally demanded four years, the young woman's defense lawyers a suspended sentence. The crime is said to have taken place on August 4, 2022 in Neckarsulm ( Heilbronn district). The trial had been held in camera since the middle of last month.

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  1. The young woman's crime of manslaughter occurred in the district of Neckarsulm, which is located in the state of Baden-Württemberg, specifically in Heilbronn.
  2. The baby, whose life was tragically taken, was never able to experience life outside of the home due to the criminal act committed by the woman.
  3. The trial for this case of criminality against a young woman was held in secret due to the sensitive nature of the case, with children and other minors being present in thehome at the time of the incident in Neckarsulm, Heilbronn.
  4. The district of Heilbronn, known for its rich history and scenic beauty, will now forever be associated with this unfortunate incident of manslaughter, a stark reminder of the consequences of criminal acts.

Source: www.stern.de

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