Afghan National Faces Trial for Alleged Sexual Abuse of Minor

Erfurt, Thuringia - An Afghan man, identified as Mohammad S., is currently on trial for his alleged sexual relationship with an 11-year-old girl, Emily K. This case has sparked significant outrage and concern within the community. The situation escalated further when, on August 31, 2024, he is accused of luring two 18-year-old women to his apartment and threatening them with a machete, leading to one of the women being sexually assaulted.

The alleged crimes took place in a residential building on Juri-Gagarin-Ring in Erfurt, where the defendant has been held in custody since his arrest. Testimonies reveal that, prior to the assault, Mohammad S. made alarming statements to the victims, indicating they would not be allowed to leave until one of them engaged in sexual activity with him.

Investigators uncovered evidence of the ongoing abuse of Emily K. through a detailed analysis of Mohammad S.'s mobile phone. Reports suggest that the inappropriate relationship began in March 2022, when the girl was only 11. The accused claims that the girl's family was aware of and consented to the relationship, a claim that has been vehemently denied by the girl's father in court. He testified that despite their efforts to intervene and stop the relationship, they were unable to control the situation due to the girl's struggles with addiction.

Mohammad S. has a criminal history, including prior imprisonment for making threats related to a bomb attack on a bank in Erfurt. His age has also come into question, as official records suggest he is 31 years old, contrary to claims made during the trial.

Witnesses, including neighbors, described the defendant's aggressive behavior and the presence of young girls in his apartment, raising further alarm about his actions. A psychiatric report indicated that Mohammad S. had a history of violence and a deeply ingrained negative perception of people in Germany, stating, "In Germany, there are no good people."

The trial has drawn significant media attention, reflecting broader societal concerns about the safety of minors and the legal system's ability to address such serious allegations effectively. The court has scheduled its verdict for March 5, 2025, as the community waits anxiously for justice to be served.