In Berlin, nearly half of all rapes and sexual offenses in 2024 were committed by non-German suspects, a figure that far exceeds their proportion of the population. Official data reveals that of 754 identified rape suspects, 373 were non-German, while 353 of 701 sexual harassment suspects were also foreigners.
This trend of rising sexual crimes has been consistent, with offenses increasing each year since 2018, and foreign suspects consistently accounting for over one-third of all suspects—much higher than their estimated 15% share of Berlin’s population.
In 2024, the city recorded 7,475 sexual offenses, including an alarming rise in crimes against children. Victims aged 10-15 made up a significant portion, with a 15% increase in such cases from 2023. Sexual insults and other offenses also rose, with non-German suspects responsible for nearly 40% of these crimes.
Independent MP Antonin Brousek expressed concerns that Berlin could be experiencing a situation similar to the grooming gang scandals seen in the UK, but government officials denied any knowledge of such crimes. Data from other cities like Frankfurt also showed high rates of sexual offenses committed by foreigners, with foreigners responsible for 100% of serious sexual assaults in that city.
Safety on public transportation, especially at train stations, has become a pressing issue. Federal police reported a 30% increase in sexual offenses at stations in 2023, with critics calling for action. Left-liberal parties proposed “women-only” cars on trains, but critics argue this wouldn’t address the root of the problem and could lead to further segregation. The rise in attacks has fueled demands for better protection for women and greater accountability in addressing sexual crimes.
