- Authorities probe potential threats toward AfD political figures
Authorities are Looking into Threats Toward an AfD Politician from Königs Wusterhausen. The authorities confirmed this upon demand. In their words, the investigation encompasses instances of property damage, threats, and insults directed at AfD state legislative candidate Jan Schenk. A notable incident included the vandalism of Schenk's garage with the message "Chase Jan S." There have also been other complaints from Schenk, the authorities shared. Initially, the "Märkische Allgemeine" shared this information.
The incidents took place a few days ago, Schenk mentioned. For instance, following his election campaign event in Eichwalde, "Beat up Jan Schenk brutally" was scrawled on the town square. Schenk has experienced continuous attacks for some time now, the AfD politician emphasized. Mysterious individuals have repeatedly tampered with the wheel bolts on his car.
During the current elections for the state on September 22, there have been repeated instances of harassment and attacks. Most recently, a Green party volunteer was assaulted while distributing flyers by an individual.
The AfD politician Jan Schenk has been a frequent target of attacks during the current elections. Besides the incidents mentioned earlier, the AfD as a party has also faced threats, such as the one directed at their politician from Königs Wusterhausen.