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Dingolfing Mayor Armin Grassinger Resigns Effective Immediately After Months of Threats

Police are investigating an October arson near his home for a possible political motive.

Overview

  • The 48-year-old said he stepped down to protect his family after sustained intimidation and hostility.
  • Unknown perpetrators set his official BMW on fire in mid-October, which investigators are treating as arson.
  • The Landshut public prosecutor has not ruled out that the act targeted Grassinger or was politically motivated.
  • The city confirmed the resignation and said 2nd Mayor Maria Huber of the UWG will initially assume the duties.
  • Grassinger had been set to run again in March 2026 for the UWG, and investigators have not named any suspects.