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Internet Star and Rapper Fat Comedy Sentenced to Custodial Sentence
In a landmark decision, the Higher Regional Court of Frankfurt am Main has sentenced the social media influencer and rapper Fat Comedy to a custodial sentence. The sentence comes in the wake of a dispute with comedian Oliver Pocher, following a physical altercation and the subsequent distribution of the video footage.
According to reports from the magazine "Legal Tribune Online", Fat Comedy was found guilty of violating relevant injunctions in five cases, with the custodial sentence being imposed specifically for the act of sharing the video of the assault. The court ruling stated that Fat Comedy used the footage to boost his media popularity and to continually perpetuate the humiliation of the claimant.
The exact length of the custodial sentence is twelve days. However, the exact date when Fat Comedy will serve his sentence is still undecided.
In a statement, Fat Comedy's lawyer, Burkhard Benecken, described the custodial sentence as a "justified wake-up call". Benecken also mentioned that Fat Comedy has "finally understood" that the internet is not a lawless space and personal privacy rights still apply there.
During the criminal trial, Fat Comedy expressed regret for both the slap and for distributing the video of the incident and other social media posts. In March 2024, Fat Comedy was sentenced by the Dortmund District Court to a fine of 120 daily rates of 15 euros for intentional bodily harm.
The case background involves Fat Comedy physically attacking Oliver Pocher and then distributing video footage of that attack. Due to the repeated sharing, the court decided on detention to address this conduct.
It is important to note that Fat Comedy is not only an internet star and rapper, but also a public figure. His actions and conduct have far-reaching implications, not only for himself but also for the wider community. This custodial sentence serves as a reminder that personal privacy rights and the law still apply in the digital age.
In light of Fat Comedy's actions, the entertainment industry might consider implementing stricter guidelines for celebrities, ensuring they respect privacy rights and abide by the law. Moreover, community aid organizations could provide resources for agricultural production to help Fat Comedy upon his release, thereby aiding him in his personal growth and rebuilding his reputation in the general-news sector.
