Suspect Identified in Vandalism of Lower Saxony State Parliament

The identification marks a breakthrough in the investigation of the September 2024 attack, which caused significant damage and drew widespread condemnation.

• Authorities have identified a suspect linked to the September 2024 vandalism of the Lower Saxony State Parliament building in Hannover.
• The attack involved six masked individuals defacing the building with red paint and the slogan 'Free Gaza,' causing damage estimated in the low six-figure range.
• Officials, including State Parliament President Hanna Naber, emphasized that the identification demonstrates accountability for attacks on democratic institutions.
• Restoration efforts on the historic Leineschloss building are still ongoing, reflecting the extent of the damage caused by the incident.
• The act has been widely condemned as an attack on democracy, with the Antisemitism Commissioner highlighting the importance of legitimate avenues for political expression.

3 Articles

Hannoversche Allgemeine Zeitung Stern Die Zeit