Teacher Threatened with Hate Slogans in Oelsnitz as Right-Wing Extremism in Saxony's Schools Escalates

Authorities confirm an extremist attack on a teacher, prompting investigations and renewed focus on school safety and preventive measures.

On January 20, 2025, masked individuals threatened a teacher in Oelsnitz, using hate slogans like 'Sieg Heil' and displaying a Reichskriegsflagge.
The teacher, who remains anonymous, has since relocated to another school following the attack.
Police and the Landesschulamt are investigating the incident as a case of threats and the use of unconstitutional symbols, though the attackers remain unidentified.
School officials have collected witness testimonies from students who confirmed the incident but cited fear as a reason for not intervening.
The attack highlights a broader trend of rising right-wing extremist incidents in Saxony's schools, with authorities reviewing prevention strategies and educational programs.