Trial Begins for Stepmother Accused of Locking Teen in Shower for Weeks

The Neubrandenburg court case involves allegations of severe abuse, including confinement and mistreatment of a 14-year-old girl between 2020 and 2021.

A 40-year-old stepmother is accused of confining her teenage stepdaughter in a shower for extended periods, forcing her to eat, sleep, and relieve herself there.
The alleged abuse occurred between 2020 and summer 2021, starting when the victim was 14 years old, with confinement reportedly lasting weeks toward the end.
The stepmother, her husband (the victim's father), and the stepmother's 17-year-old daughter face charges including dangerous bodily harm, abuse of dependents, and unlawful imprisonment.
An earlier trial in November 2024 was halted due to a failed plea agreement; the current trial is proceeding with a closed courtroom to protect the victim's privacy.
The court plans to deliver a verdict on April 1, 2025, with only the judgment being made public.