Gay couple in Leipzig victim of a homophobic attack - perpetrator arrested

Gay couple in Leipzig victim of a homophobic attack - perpetrator arrested

unresolved hate attack on gay couple in Leipzig

On August 25th, a shocking attack on a gay couple occurred in Leipziger Humboldtstrasse, who was committed with a knife out of obvious hatred. The two victims, 29 and 33 years old, were injured, with the older of the two serious injuries suffering. It was only on Tuesday that the police informed the public about the incident, as the "Bild" newspaper reports.

a word from the police spokeswoman

According to police spokeswoman Sandra Freitag, according to initial findings, there were previously verbal and assault of the alleged perpetrator, which ultimately led to an argument in which the 33-year-old was violated by the 38-year-old with one object. The current findings indicate that these acts were committed out of hatred and prejudices.

suspect for the time being at a free foot

The alleged perpetrator, a Bulgarian citizen without a permanent residence, was arrested shortly after the crime, but was then released again. It was only on August 29 that the arrest warrant against him due to attempted killing and dangerous bodily harm. The suspect is now behind bars. The investigations have been given to the state security, since the crime is apparently a hate crime. In addition, one of the victims is said to have racially insulted the suspect.

increase in antigayen crime in Berlin

Berlin has recently reported an increase in crime based on discrimination and prejudices. In the first half of 2023, the capital recorded a decline in right -wing extremists, but there was an alarming increase in attacks against homosexuals (plus 27 percent) and trans people (plus 77 percent, queer.de reported).