Brandenburg Reports 70% Surge in Politically Motivated Crimes During Election Year

Violent offenses rose by nearly 30%, with over half of all incidents linked to right-wing extremism, highlighting growing political tensions.

Brandenburg recorded 6,813 politically motivated crimes in 2024, marking a 70% increase from the previous year, according to official data.
Over a quarter of these crimes were directly tied to election-related activities during the Superwahljahr, which featured municipal, European, and state elections.
Violent politically motivated offenses increased by nearly 30%, with 225 cases reported, resulting in 301 injuries, up from 209 in 2023.
More than 50% of these crimes were attributed to right-wing groups, with authorities noting increasing radicalization, particularly among youth in southern Brandenburg.
Attacks on elected officials and public office holders nearly doubled, with 406 cases recorded, including incidents of physical violence and intimidation.