Germany's Drug Czar Streeck Calls Haftbefehl's Doc 'Touching' - Doctor Praises Haftbefehl's Docu for Honest Take on Cocaine Addiction
Germany's federal drug commissioner, Dr. Hendrik Streeck, has commended rapper Haftbefehl's Netflix documentary 'Babo – The Haftbefehl Story' for its raw and honest portrayal of cocaine abuse. The physician, who often encounters addiction struggles in his practice, believes the documentary offers a stark contrast to the glamorized image of cocaine in rap music.
The documentary, released on October 28, 2025, chronicles the life of Aykut Anhan, better known by his stage name Haftbefehl. Born in Offenbach am Main, Germany, to Kurdish-Turkish parents, Haftbefehl has been a influential figure in German rap culture. Streeck praised the rapper's courage in openly addressing his years-long cocaine abuse and its impact on his life.
Streeck criticized the common portrayal of cocaine in rap music, stating that it often depicts the drug as 'harmless or even cool'. He noted that the documentary provides a much-needed reality check, showing the intense and deeply moving personal struggles that addiction can cause.
Dr. Hendrik Streeck, a physician who frequently encounters addiction struggles, has praised rapper Haftbefehl's documentary 'Babo – The Haftbefehl Story' for its honest portrayal of cocaine abuse. The documentary, a stark contrast to the glamorized image of cocaine in rap music, offers a deeply moving insight into the personal struggles of addiction.
