German police raid neo-Nazi criminal youth groups
Summary
German police searched about 50 homes and places linked to two far-right youth groups called Jung & Stark (JS) and Deutsche Jugend Voran (DJV). These groups are suspected of organizing violence against left-wing people and others through social media, especially in eastern and southern Germany.Key Facts
- Police raids happened in 12 German states, including Bavaria, Berlin, Brandenburg, and Saxony.
- No arrests were made during the raids, which involved over 600 officers.
- JS and DJV members have attacked left-wing activists and people they accused of being pedophiles, causing serious injuries.
- Last year, DJV leader Julian M. was sentenced to more than three years in prison for violent attacks.
- Both groups use social media like Telegram and Instagram to openly share activities and recruit young men.
- Many group members are teenagers or in their early 20s and participate in martial arts and protests.
- These new far-right groups differ from others by being more openly violent and focused on physical attacks.
- Authorities are concerned about rising far-right violence and recruitment of young people in Germany.
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