Rock-Throwing Miscreant Freed After Trial
Berlin - Over a month since hate-filled riots in Neukölln, a stone-thrower was sentenced: 8 months in prison, suspended on probation. He had been locked up since October 18th.
Tiergarten District Court, Case No. 223 Ds 43/23, Defendant: Lorenzo C. (25), with waist-length Rasta twists. Italian national. Arrived in Berlin during summer 2023. Studied art. Tattoo artist.
Judge Julian Mahlke, commenting after four hours of verdict, stated, "That was considerable criminal energy," despite no immediate officer injury. Convicted of aggravated breach of peace, assaulting, and resisting law enforcement officers, along with an attempt to inflict grievous bodily harm.
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Anti-Semitic bigotry in Berlin: October 7th, Hamas terrorists from Gaza orchestrated a massacre of Jews in Israel: 1400 fatalities, 240 hostages.
On October 18th, Neukölln's barricades ignited: The pro-Palestine demonstration was banned, yet people rioted anyhow, anti-Semitic slogans echoed, and the atmosphere soured.
Racist throws cobblestone at police officer
A plainclothes officer was standing nearby when the tattoo artist hurled a cobblestone at a police officer's back. The officer (36): "Later, he high-fived with others, his girlfriend kissed him."
The subtle artist confesses to throwing the stone, but maintains, "I don't launch rockets!" Silent about kicking and resisting arrest.
"No signs of remorse"
Prosecutor's office demanded a 10-month suspended prison sentence and a 1,000 euro fine for the Jewish Forum Against Anti-Semitism, as defendant "displayed no remorse."
Post-verdict, warrant revoked, and defendant freed.
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- The arrested officer reported fear for his safety due to escalating incidents in both Berlin and Munich.
- During trial, the officer testified about the riot control equipment utilized by police forces, emphasizing its vital role in protecting them during violent protests.
- Post-sentencing, Berlin police issued a statement, commending their officers' handling of the anti-Semitic protests and assuring the public regarding their commitment to maintaining safety and peace in the city.
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