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Egg throwing trouble in Neunkirchen: Who is behind the chaos?
Tenants in Neunkirchen are frustrated about eggs being thrown on their facade. A discussion to clarify matters is planned.
Egg throwing trouble in Neunkirchen: Who is behind the chaos?
An unusual problem is causing trouble among the tenants in Neunkirchner Stroblgasse. Eggs are repeatedly thrown onto the facades of houses. Unknown perpetrators not only cause dissatisfaction, but also a certain degree of confusion about the motives behind these actions. It is still unclear whether these are young people or whether the cause may be a conflict between tenants. A discussion among those affected could help clarify the situation and prevent future incidents, such as meinkreis.at reported.
A tenant is considering taking measures to identify the perpetrator. She is considering setting up a camera to film the perpetrators, who appear to be operating from a building opposite. However, there are legal issues that she must consider. It is not permitted to position cameras in such a way that they capture public areas. Recordings of this type would not be admissible as evidence in court, either juraforum.de determines.
Legal assessment of egg litters
From a legal point of view, throwing eggs on the house facade is not tragic. According to Section 303 of the Criminal Code, which regulates damage to property, they are generally not criminally relevant because they do not cause significant or permanent damage to the facade. It is a relative application offense, which means that prosecution only takes place upon application unless there is a public interest.
However, the affected tenant has civil law options if the perpetrator can be identified. This includes the possibility of “disturbing possession” in accordance with Section 862 of the German Civil Code (BGB). It can also claim back the costs of cleaning the facade from the perpetrator or enforce an obligation to cease and desist, which is subject to penalties. The challenge remains that proof of the perpetrator is crucial, and although the use of a camera is helpful here, it is legally restricted.
Social and political aspects
The issue of egg throwing is part of a larger problem in the region. In Gloggnitz, city boss René Blum is planning to convert the former town hall into a kindergarten in order to meet the increasing demand for childcare places for small children. The need for three kindergarten groups and a day care facility has proven urgent, which could further exacerbate social tensions in the area.
In another context, 56-year-old Doris Wiesinger suffers from multiple system atrophy and faces challenges in her everyday life, which are exacerbated by a lack of care and necessary modifications. Her financial situation is tense as she lives on sick pay or rehabilitation benefits and her savings are almost depleted. These cases illustrate the different social challenges that the community in Neunkirchen has to overcome.
It remains to be seen whether discussions between tenants and possibly the city administration will find a way to address the problem of egg throwing and the general social situation in the region.