Hamburg Dominatrix Convicted of Negligent Homicide in BDSM Death

A court fined the 38-year-old €5,250 for failing to ensure safety during a session that led to a man's death, though the verdict remains unresolved.

The Hamburg Regional Court convicted a 38-year-old dominatrix of negligent homicide for her role in the death of a 53-year-old man during a BDSM session in October 2022.
The man lost consciousness while restrained with chains around his neck and suspended from the ceiling, leading to fatal oxygen deprivation.
The court emphasized that the dominatrix violated her duty of care by using an unsafe setup with metal chains, which was deemed inherently dangerous.
The victim had pre-existing health conditions, including a heart condition and potential chronic respiratory illness, which contributed to the fatal outcome.
The €5,250 fine includes €1,750 already considered served due to procedural delays, but the verdict is not yet legally binding as it awaits finalization.