Hate Crimes in Brandenburg: Antisemitism and LGBTQ+ Attacks Persist Despite Increased Reporting

Police data reveals a slight decline in antisemitic crimes but a rise in attacks related to sexual orientation and gender identity in Brandenburg last year.

• Brandenburg recorded 276 antisemitic crimes in 2024, a slight decrease from the previous year's 284 incidents, with most offenses classified as politically motivated from the far-right.
• Antisemitic crimes primarily involved vandalism, graffiti on memorials, and damage to cemeteries, with ongoing investigations in some cases but many perpetrators still unidentified.
• Attacks related to sexual orientation and gender identity rose significantly, with reported cases increasing from 61 in 2023 to 84 in 2024, reflecting potential changes in victims' willingness to report crimes.
• Crimes against LGBTQ+ individuals included physical assaults, property damage, hate speech, and the use of unconstitutional symbols, with Cottbus emerging as a hotspot with 19 reported incidents.
• Local officials and advocates emphasize the need for stronger education, prevention measures, and consistent legal action to address hate crimes across all demographic groups.

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