Mystery in the inner harbor: Was the death of Hacki a murder?

Mystery in the inner harbor: Was the death of Hacki a murder?

In a tragic turn, a homeless man was found dead in the inner port today. The police, represented by Carsten Heinrich von der Kripo, initially classified the incident as a suicide. The “Wapo” is responsible for identifying the victim. But the case takes a dramatic turn when Marcel Bautz, the victim's best friend, cannot accept Hacki's death. Bautz misses his friend and is convinced that there is a crime behind death. Injuries to the victim's body indicate such and leave many questions open.

In the community of the homeless people, there are two suspects who have been targeted by the investigators. Joachim Watzke, a homeless person who is said to have stolen Hacki's valuable watch, is suspected as well as "club", a junkie with whom Hacki used to argue. The case throws a light on the threatening reality with which homeless people are often confronted - violence and crime.

social framework and violence

The incident in the inner port is not an isolated case. According to a current investigation by the Federal Ministry of the Interior, violent crime against homeless people rose by 36.8 % from 2018 to 2023. Last year, 885 acts of violence against homeless were registered. This increase is considered in the context of social crises, as Saskia Gränitz, a researcher on the subject of homelessness. She emphasizes that many affected people do not go to the police out of fear of repression and therefore the number of unreported cases could be much higher.

One of the causes of this increase in violence could be a disturbed bond in childhood. This also found psychologist Pientka, who emphasizes that such emotions such as anger can often be found in the perpetrators. These emotions lead to prejudices and hate crimes, which in particular target weaker and homeless people. An example: The perpetrator of a murder in Solingen described his anger as "anger on everything" and looked for a way to live out.

the hatred on the homeless and the role of society

In the current discussion about violence against the homeless, the role of social media is also a significant topic. The social networks could have an impact on the fact that young people are rather exposed to purple behavior and imitate such. Gränitz points out that many young men who attack homeless people do this to compensate for their own weakness. Historical perspectives, such as the persecution of homeless people in National Socialism, help to understand these current defects in society.

In the turning point, many young people grew up without strong parent figures, which led to a lack of relationship competence. Such structural problems not only lead to greater willingness to use violence, but also demand a rethink in society with regard to dealing with homelessness. Suggestions for improvement are logical: a restructuring of ownership and strengthening residentiality are considered necessary.

The events related to the death of Hacki illustrate the challenges with which homeless people are faced. Not only the crime itself, but also the underlying social problems require a critical consideration in the tradition of social mutual understanding and consideration. The situation requires action that goes beyond the police and also strives for social changes.

Developments about homelessness, especially in the context of violence and crime, show that better handling of these crises and an understanding of the causes are essential. This is the only way to create a safe space for all members of society.