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German-Polish Suspect Arrested Over Darknet Bounty Calls Targeting Politicians

The Federal Court of Justice in Karlsruhe will decide on his detention following allegations of a darknet bounty scheme.

Overview

  • Federal prosecutors say a man identified as Martin S. was arrested in Dortmund on Monday on suspicion of urging attacks on politicians and officials.
  • He is accused of financing terrorism, providing instructions for serious acts of violence, and the dangerous dissemination of personal data.
  • Investigators allege he operated an anonymous platform that posted target lists, self-styled death sentences, and instructions for making explosives.
  • Prosecutors say the site solicited cryptocurrency donations intended as bounties for killings of listed targets.
  • Authorities have not identified anyone on the lists or detailed the data exposed, and the case remains under investigation as judges consider pretrial detention.