Germany’s Federal Court of Justice has rejected appeals filed by the prosecution and the co-plaintiffs in the case concerning the fatal shooting of Mouhamed Dramé by police. Five police officers had previously been acquitted of charges related to Dramé’s death. The appeals contested those acquittals, arguing for a re-evaluation of the evidence and legal interpretations. The court’s decision effectively closes the legal proceedings, confirming the lower court’s ruling. Dramé, a Black German citizen, was shot by police in Dortmund in 2022, sparking protests and raising questions about police conduct and racial profiling. The case garnered significant public attention and fueled debate surrounding the use of lethal force by law enforcement. This final ruling brings an end to the legal battle but does not diminish ongoing discussions about justice and accountability.