Suspect underwent psychiatric evaluation the day prior

In a series of events that have raised concerns and sparked debate, a 31-year-old Iraqi man, who has a history of paranoid schizophrenia, is currently under investigation for a tragic incident at the Friedland border crossing camp.

The suspect, who was mentally conspicuous on the day of the crime, is accused of pushing a 16-year-old girl from Ukraine in front of a train, resulting in her death. DNA traces of the suspect were found on the victim's shoulder.

Investigative proceedings were initiated against the suspect at the Friedland border crossing camp, following reports of his aggressive behaviour, threats, and attacks towards camp staff. The case was discussed in the Interior Committee of the state parliament, with details about the day of the crime provided by Lower Saxony's police chief Axel Brockmann.

The suspect has a criminal record, having previously been convicted by the Einbeck local court for an exhibitionistic act and fined. He was also taken to a psychiatric clinic against his will, and was in a psychiatric facility in Göttingen on August 10 for voluntary medical treatment.

However, a detention order has been issued against the suspect on suspicion of manslaughter, as a deportation order against him to Lithuania, which was issued earlier, was rejected by a court in July. The president of the State Migration Authority has faced criticism for his handling of the case, with the AfD faction in the Interior Committee of the Lower Saxony State Parliament demanding his resignation.

The CDU, on the other hand, spoke of "major oversights" at the state immigration office and demanded a fundamental improvement in deportation procedures. Opposition MPs sharply criticized the absence of Interior Minister Daniela Behrens during the committee discussion.

In response to the criticism, SPD MP Alexander Saade, a former policeman, could not find any misconduct by the police. The Greens warned against hasty blame assignment and emphasized that the procedures are complex and the investigation is ongoing. They urged for a careful and thorough examination of the case.

The AfD, meanwhile, spoke of a "dysfunctional system" and criticized both the police and the state immigration office. They accused the interior minister of not presenting a good image on the issue.

Amidst the ongoing investigation and political debates, the case serves as a reminder of the complexities and challenges in dealing with individuals with mental health issues and criminal backgrounds, particularly in the context of immigration and border control.