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Orthopedist in Osnabrück Tried on 192 Counts Over Secret Patient Photos, Alleged Abuse

The court has signaled a roughly four-year prison term would follow a full confession.

Overview

  • Proceedings opened with the prosecutor reading a 40-page indictment alleging 192 offenses between 2018 and 2022.
  • According to the charges, a hidden smartphone and an app were used to capture serial images during exams after patients were told to undress.
  • In 92 instances the doctor allegedly touched patients in the intimate area without medical justification, with victims including children and counts involving child sexual imagery.
  • The presiding judge said prosecutors are prepared to seek about four years in prison if the defendant delivers a comprehensive confession, with a decision expected at the October 30 hearing.
  • The court scheduled 19 additional dates through March, and the defense indicated it may request closed proceedings if the defendant chooses to testify.