Jena, March 13, 2026 – In an apartment building in the district of Lichtenhain, a dispute escalated on Thursday morning. A 30-year-old woman refused to leave a hallway and injured the summoned apartment owner during a physical altercation.
- Incident: Suspected trespassing and bodily harm
- Location: Apartment building in Jena-Lichtenhain
- Time: Thursday morning, March 12, 2026
- Involved: 30-year-old woman (suspect), 35-year-old apartment owner (victim)
Scuffle and threats in the stairwell
According to police reports, the incident occurred in the early morning hours. The 35-year-old resident of an apartment building in Jena-Lichtenhain had repeatedly asked a 30-year-old woman to leave the building’s shared hallway. When the woman persistently failed to comply with this request, the verbal conflict developed into a physical altercation.
During the subsequent scuffle, the 35-year-old sustained minor injuries to his hand. The situation escalated further when the suspect spat at the man and threatened him verbally. Following these acts, she fled the scene. The Landespolizeiinspektion Jena has initiated a corresponding investigation.
Background: How to behave with uninvited guests in the hallway?
If unauthorized persons do not leave a stairwell, property, or apartment despite an explicit request, the offense of trespassing (§ 123 StGB) applies. In such conflict situations, the police advise great prudence to avoid escalation:
- Keep your distance: Avoid physical confrontations to minimize the risk of injury to yourself. Uninvited persons are often emotionally agitated or unpredictable.
- Enforce domestic authority: Issue a clear and distinct ban from the premises – if possible in the presence of witnesses (e.g., neighbors).
- Call for help: If the person still does not leave the building, call the police immediately. In acute threat situations, dial the emergency number 110. For non-acute reports, the Inspektionsdienst Jena can be reached at 03641 810.
- Observe: Memorize specific characteristics (clothing, height, distinctive features) of the person in case they leave the scene before the officers arrive.
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Police News Jena, 13.03.26: Dispute and bodily harm
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