Three Members of Anti-Vaccine Group Sentenced for Armed Resistance

A Koblenz court has sentenced three men for forming a criminal group to oppose COVID-19 measures with weapons.

The group, named 'Paladin', was formed in early 2021 to resist state COVID-19 measures using armed force.
The 39-year-old leader received a prison sentence of two years and nine months for his role in organizing the group.
The two other members received suspended sentences and must each pay a fine of 1,000 euros.
The group engaged in paramilitary exercises and manufactured weapons, including a crossbow, via 3D printing.
The court dismissed claims that the defendants were merely frightened citizens, citing incriminating communications.