Overview

• During the May 28 relegation match in Leipzig, a stone thrown from the Lok Leipzig home stand struck MDR commentator Patrick Fritzsche in the temple and cheekbone.
• Medical checks confirmed only a bruised cheekbone without concussion, and Fritzsche was discharged after treatment but says he continues to experience psychological stress.
• Fritzsche filed a criminal complaint for dangerous bodily harm and footage has prompted police to investigate an unknown perpetrator.
• The broadcaster labeled the attack ‘unforgivable’, and Lok Leipzig officials apologized and were briefed on the incident.
• Media unions and press freedom advocates are calling for enhanced safety measures at sports events to protect journalists from similar assaults.