Hamburg, Germany – Testimony continued on Monday in the trial concerning the alleged abduction of the children of Christina Block and her ex-husband, Stephan Hensel, in December 2023. A child psychologist who advised Block on how to best manage the children’s return from their father in Denmark took the stand.
According to the psychologist’s testimony, Christina Block consulted him in 2022 after Hensel refused to allow the children to return to Hamburg. Block reportedly hoped for the children’s return and sought guidance on how to best approach the situation. The psychologist stated that Block also inquired about why children might make accusations, even if untrue, such as claims that she had physically abused them.
The court heard that the psychologist accompanied Block on a trip to Denmark in the fall of 2022, along with several security personnel. Prosecutors have suggested this trip constituted a prior attempt to retrieve the children.
“Konzept zur Rückholung erstellt”
The witness explained that Block’s intention was to directly ask her children if they wished to remain in Denmark or return to Hamburg with her. “I created a concept for the return – but not in the way it is currently being discussed in the trial,” the psychologist stated. Block maintains her innocence regarding the alleged abduction that occurred on New Year’s Eve 2023.
In a related development, one of Block’s daughters has invoked her right to refuse testimony in the proceedings. The 17-year-old is the only child still living with her mother. Christina Block has four children with Stephan Hensel.
The trial continues to focus on the circumstances surrounding the children’s disappearance and the roles of those involved, including Block’s lawyer, who is also a defendant in the case.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the role of the child psychologist in this case?
The child psychologist was consulted by Christina Block in 2022 to advise her on how to best approach the return of her children from Denmark, where her ex-husband was keeping them.
Did Christina Block admit to planning the abduction?
No, Christina Block denies having commissioned the abduction of her children on Silvester 2023.
Is one of Christina Block’s daughters testifying in the trial?
No, one of Christina Block’s daughters has chosen to exercise her right to refuse to testify.
As the trial progresses, it remains to be seen how the court will interpret the evidence presented and what impact the testimony of witnesses, including the psychologist and Block’s daughter, will have on the final outcome.
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