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Stunned in Sonthofen: Man brutally attacks children in church
In Sonthofen, a 74-year-old man attacked two children in a church who were disturbing him while he was praying. Police are investigating.
Stunned in Sonthofen: Man brutally attacks children in church
Last Thursday afternoon, a significant incident occurred in a church in Sonthofen that caused a stir. Loud Allgäu newspaper A 74-year-old man attacked two children aged 13 and 11 after they disturbed him while he was praying. The two boys were joking around loudly, which apparently upset the older man so much that he became violent.
The incident is frightening: After initially speaking to the children, the man grabbed them and pushed their heads against each other. Both boys suffered pain and were immediately placed in the care of their parents. The Sonthofen police station has begun investigations into bodily harm and disruption of religious practice.
An appeal to the witnesses
The police are asking anyone who witnessed the incident to call 08321 / 6635-0. In a city like Sonthofen, which not only has 21,734 inhabitants (as of December 31, 2024), but also its colorful cultural life, it is important to stand together in such matters. Mayor Christian Wilhelm of the Free Voters supports the police's efforts and emphasizes that any incident of this type should be taken seriously.
The town of Sonthofen is picturesquely located at 741 meters above sea level and, with an area of 46.55 km², offers plenty of opportunities for sporting activities and relaxation in nature. Known for its facilities such as the AlpenStadtMuseum, the Wonnemar adventure pool, and renowned festivals such as the Sonthofen city festival or the Christkindlesmarkt, the city remains a popular destination for locals and tourists.
Some thoughts on safety in our community
Incidents like this raise questions about safety in our daily lives. The attack on children by a praying person, regardless of the reason, is unacceptable. We all have the right to feel safe and secure in God's homes.
Even if the incident in Sonthofen is extraordinary and frightening, the question remains as to how we as a community can take preventive action against such behavior. Church should be a place of reflection and peace, not a scene of aggression.
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We hope that such incidents do not happen again and that the city administration can work together with the police and the community to ensure safe and peaceful coexistence.