Jena, 13.07.2026 – Thanks to the courageous intervention of a resident, police were able to stop a case of domestic violence in Stauffenberg-Straße on Sunday evening. A heavily intoxicated man had previously thrown furniture out of a window and attacked his partner.
- Location of the incident: Stauffenberg-Straße, Jena-Lobeda
- Time: Sunday evening, July 12, 2026
- Incident: Domestic violence, suspect threw a television out of the window
- Police measures: Eviction of the perpetrator from the apartment (1.02 per mille blood alcohol level), initiation of criminal proceedings for assault and property damage
Civil courage prevents worse in Lobeda
On Sunday evening, a police operation took place in Stauffenberg-Straße in Jena-Lobeda due to domestic violence. An attentive resident heard a loud conflict in a neighboring apartment. When a man finally threw a television out of the window, the neighbor did not hesitate and immediately called the emergency services. Due to this decisive and exemplary action, the police were able to arrive quickly and put an end to the escalating situation.
Inside the apartment, officers encountered the perpetrator and his 27-year-old partner. The police immediately initiated criminal proceedings against the man for assault and property damage. A breathalyzer test on the aggressor showed a level of 1.02 per mille. The man was evicted from the shared apartment and received a multi-day restraining order.
Help and counseling for domestic violence
Domestic violence is not a private matter. Victims, relatives, and attentive neighbors should not hesitate to seek help in an emergency. In acute emergency situations, the police can be reached via the emergency number 110.
Furthermore, there are numerous free and anonymous support services available:
- Helpline “Violence against women”: By phone at 116 016 (available 24 hours, free and anonymous in 18 languages) or online at www.hilfetelefon.de
- Victim protection organization Weißer Ring e.V.: Nationwide victim hotline at 116 006 (daily from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.)
- Men’s helpline: Support for men affected by violence at 0800 1239900 or online at www.maennerhilfetelefon.de
- Women’s Shelter Jena & Women’s Counseling: Regional contact point for those seeking protection in Jena (contact via local emergency services and counseling centers)
🛡️ Prevention & Guide: How to act if you suspect domestic violence
Domestic violence often happens in secret. This makes the vigilance of the surrounding environment all the more important. If you notice signs of physical or psychological violence in your neighborhood, the following rules of conduct can help:
- Safety first: Never put yourself in danger. Do not intervene on your own during an acute escalation.
- Call the police: If you hear screaming, loud banging, or calls for help, call the emergency number 110 immediately.
- Show civil courage: Document objectively what you heard or saw afterwards (time, noises). These observations can be important for later investigations.
- Offer support: If you encounter the affected person alone in everyday life, cautiously signal your willingness to talk and point them toward professional support services.
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