A German doctor has been sentenced to life in prison. He was found guilty of murdering 15 patients in his care.
The court in Berlin made the decision on July 10, 2026. The doctor is 41 years old and was only named as Johannes M. due to privacy rules in Germany.
He was convicted of killing 12 women and 3 men. These deaths happened over a period of almost three years, from September 2021 to July 2024.
Authorities believe the doctor administered lethal doses of medication to his patients. These patients were receiving palliative care.
The court determined that these actions were not part of his medical duties. They were deliberate acts of murder.
The sentence reflects the severity of the crimes committed. Life imprisonment is the maximum penalty for murder in Germany.
Investigations into his practices began after concerns were raised about unusual patient deaths. This led to a thorough examination of his records and actions.
The judicial process took several months to conclude. The judgment was delivered by the court after hearing all evidence.