Hate-filled posts prompt action in Thuringia.

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In a major crackdown against people accused of spreading hatred and hate speech online, authorities in Thuringia have also been busy. Throughout the state, there were nine operations on Thursday to tackle people involved in posting offensive material, the Thuringian Criminal Police Office in Erfurt shared.

These operations involved interviewing suspects and conducting forensic procedures, such as capturing fingerprints and photos, a spokesperson explained. The operations took place in the regions of Gera, Gotha, and Saalfeld. The suspects were thought to have committed offenses such as using banned symbols, inciting criminal activity, spreading hatred, encouraging crimes, defaming political figures, and violating the Weapons Act.

Over 70 locations across the country were raided on Thursday morning, while several individuals were questioned by police. "Once again, more than half of the investigated hate posts could be linked to the political crime category - right-wing extremism," added the Federal Criminal Police Office (BKA). A total of 130 police procedures took place in every federal state, confirmed a representative for the agency.

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1. The investigations in Thuringia are part of a nationwide effort, with over 70 locations in Germany being raided on Thursday, as stated by the Federal Criminal Police Office (BKA) based in Wiesbaden.
2. After the operations in Thuringia, the Landeskriminalamt (LKA) in Erfurt emphasized the importance of determination in handling online crimes, especially those related to hate speech and incitement.
3. In response to the rise in crime related to hate speech and online extremism, authorities in Germany are closely monitoring social media platforms and are proactive in conducting investigations, even in regions like Erfurt and Gera in Thuringia.
4. Online surveillance and cooperation between the LKA in Thuringia and other German agencies, such as the BKA in Wiesbaden, are vital to ensure a safe and inclusive digital space across the country, from metropolitan cities like Wiesbaden to historical towns like Erfurt.

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