Trial Begins for 23-Year-Old Accused in Fatal Stabbing of Teen in Berlin

The Berlin Regional Court is examining evidence in the manslaughter case stemming from a 2022 altercation that left an 18-year-old dead.

The trial involves a 23-year-old man accused of fatally stabbing an 18-year-old during a confrontation in Berlin-Lichterfelde in January 2022.
The altercation occurred between two groups of young men who had arranged to meet, escalating into physical violence.
Investigators allege the accused used a knife after mutual blows were exchanged, with one stab wound fatally striking the victim's heart.
The victim died shortly after being transported to the hospital following the violent incident.
Proceedings at the Berlin Regional Court are scheduled to span ten days as the court determines the accused's culpability in the case.