"It's wild in the heat." The trial of the Syrian cousins, the terror of the German swimming pool, has begun.

A court in Germany has begun proceedings against two Syrian cousins accused of sexually harassing underage girls at a swimming pool. The incidents allegedly occurred in June 2025, involving inappropriate touching and intimidation. Both defendants deny the charges, claiming possible mistaken identity. The case has sparked broader discussions about safety at public pools and migration issues in Germany. Local politicians have commented on the incident, and a recent analysis indicates that reported violent crimes at pools have not significantly increased. However, data collection on such incidents varies across regions, complicating national statistics.