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Wednesday, October 16, 2024

Parents Acquitted in Abuse Case

Published: 2024-09-26

In a dramatic turn of events, a couple from Lower Saxony, Germany, has been acquitted of serious charges of abusing their daughter.

Initially sentenced to lengthy prison terms in 2023, the couple's case was reopened after the Federal Court of Justice found the original evidence evaluation flawed.

The new trial revealed significant doubts about the daughter's allegations, with experts questioning the credibility of her claims.

The court concluded that the 19 alleged incidents did not occur, leading to a "first-class acquittal.

" The couple, who spent 684 days in pre-trial detention, will now receive compensation.

This case has also cast doubt on a previous conviction related to the daughter, prompting calls for further investigation.