Climate Activist Faces Trial Over Airport Blockade and Multiple Protests
A 21-year-old from Bottrop is charged with over 20 offenses related to environmental protests across Germany, including a high-profile airport disruption.
- The activist, part of the 'Letzte Generation' group, disrupted Düsseldorf Airport in July 2023, leading to a three-hour suspension of flights.
- The defendant and others glued themselves to the runway, aiming to protest against fossil fuels and environmental destruction.
- The charges include coercion, trespassing, property damage, and resisting law enforcement, with 22 incidents cited across various cities.
- The activist joined the climate protests after being motivated by the Ahr Valley flood disaster and aims for symbolic impact rather than causing harm.
- The court anticipates no prison sentence if convicted, with the trial ongoing and a verdict expected later in November.
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