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Security authorities probe into matters following reports.

After receiving complaints about racist chants and slogans being sung to the popular song "L'amour toujours" in Mönchengladbach, authorities are now examining the incident. During a birthday party for an 18-year-old at an allotment garden area late on Saturday night, someone nearby heard these...

A police patrol car is parked on the road with its flashing blue lights on.
A police patrol car is parked on the road with its flashing blue lights on.

Racist slogans at political gathering. - Security authorities probe into matters following reports.

Authorities tracked down the personal details of about 30 partygoers and dispersed the gathering. The police inquiry, which involves input from additional witnesses, is currently underway. When inquired if the investigation targeted a specific individual, an official from the police wouldn't offer any specifics. The case is still fresh and under development.

Lately, the song "L'amour toujours" has been linked to racist taunts on several occasions. A video of a local event on the North Sea island of Sylt went viral, showing partygoers shouting racist epithets to the tune. Leaders, including Chancellor Olaf Scholz (SPD), expressed dismay and outrage. Similar reports have emerged from other federal states as well.

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