German Pediatrician Arrested Following Allegations of Abuse Involving 130 Children
A 46-year-old pediatrician in Germany has been arrested after being accused of sexually abusing more than 130 children. According to reports on May 14, 2026, the crimes were allegedly carried out over a period exceeding 12 years.

The suspect reportedly committed the abuse while employed at clinics in the state of Brandenburg, located near Berlin. The investigation specifically identifies clinics in the towns of Rathenow and Nauen as the sites where the offenses occurred.
The scale of these allegations underscores the critical need for rigorous oversight and the implementation of stringent child protection protocols within clinical environments to ensure the safety of vulnerable patients.