Overview

• Two 19-year-old defendants are on trial in Neubrandenburg for the attempted murder of a 17-year-old friend in November 2024.
• One defendant gave a comprehensive confession, stating their intent was to kill the victim, whom they had known since grade school.
• The attackers purchased a hammer and saw before the assault and recorded a video expressing their plans, calling the victim 'victim number one.'
• The prosecution accuses the men of acting with murderlust, treachery, and deceit, presenting evidence including the pre-attack video and a 911 call where the attackers confessed.
• The victim, who survived multiple hammer blows to the head, continues to suffer from post-traumatic disorders, highlighting the long-term impact of the crime.