Anti-Semitic graffiti on Jewish memorial stone in Gommern
A Jewish memorial stone in Gommern (Jerichower Land district) has been sprayed with anti-Semitic lettering. According to the police on Tuesday, the memorial stone and its fence were damaged with graffiti early on Monday morning. The Stars of David on the gate engraving had also been graffitied. A blank-firing weapon was also found at the memorial stone.
The police seized the firearm and photographed the graffiti and then made it unrecognizable, it was reported. They are investigating the use of symbols of unconstitutional organizations. State security has taken over the investigation. According to the information provided, there were initially no leads on the perpetrator or perpetrators.
This incident of anti-Semitic vandalism is a worrying sign of extremism in our society. The use of symbols from unconstitutional organizations further emphasizes the need to address and combat such crime.
Source: www.dpa.com