Alleged Leader of Violent Leftist Group Detained in Germany

Johann G., linked to attacks on right-wing individuals, is held after arrest in a regional train.

Johann G. is accused of being a key figure in a leftist extremist group associated with Lina E., involved in violent attacks against perceived right-wing targets.
The group allegedly operated across regions, rejecting democratic principles and state authority, and meticulously planned their assaults.
Authorities have charged Johann G. with multiple counts, including membership in a criminal organization, assault, and property damage.
He was apprehended by police near Weimar after evading capture since mid-2020, with a bounty of 10,000 euros previously offered for his arrest.
Incidents linked to Johann G. include attacks in Germany and Budapest, where victims sustained serious injuries.