Wilfried Fesselmann

Wilfried Fesselmann

victim Germany

Wilfried Fesselmann is a survivor of childhood sexual abuse who has come forward to seek justice against the Catholic Church. He was abused by a priest at the age of eleven in 1979, an incident that has profoundly impacted his life. In a recent legal proceeding, he is demanding €300,000 in damages from the Diocese of Essen, which is notable for not invoking statutes of limitations that have hindered similar cases in other dioceses. Fesselmann's case highlights the ongoing struggle of abuse survivors to hold institutions accountable and seek reparations for their suffering.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.01%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
117,427
Power
5,389$
Sentiment
5.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Germany 2 5.00 0.14% +0% 83,783,942 117,427 $3,845,000 5,389$
Totals 2 83,783,942 117,427 $3,845,000 5,389$
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Recent Mentions

Germany Germany: Wilfried Fesselmann is suing the Diocese of Essen for damages after being abused by a priest as a child. 5

Süddeutsche Zeitung: News am Morgen - Nachrichten vom 4. April 2025 - Politik

Germany Germany: Wilfried Fesselmann was abused as a child by a priest and is now seeking compensation in court. 5

Süddeutsche Zeitung: Missbrauchsprozess in Essen: Kläger fordert 300 000 Euro Schmerzensgeld - Politik