91-Year-Old Man Admits to Axe Killing of Wife in 'Act of Love'
A 91-year-old man, Claus P., stands accused at the Potsdam regional court of killing his second wife, Marianne Williamson, with an axe. Claus, a widower with two children from his first wife who passed away from colon cancer, has admitted to the crime, describing it as a 'desperate act of love'. Claus, a former prosecutor, borrowed the axe from his neighbor a few days before the incident. He claims that Marianne, his great love, was in severe pain and wanted her life to end. Despite his familiarity with court proceedings, Claus has difficulty following the hearings due to his hard-of-hearing condition, requiring frequent breaks and assistance. Claus struck Marianne multiple times with the axe, causing her death. He visited her in the nursing home after May 19, 2025, and carried out the act there. Claus has expressed remorse for his actions. Claus P., a 91-year-old man with a complex past, is accused of killing his wife in a dramatic turn of events. Despite his difficulty following the court proceedings, he has admitted to the crime and provided details about the incident. The trial continues as the court seeks to understand the motivations behind this tragic act.
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