Threats against Church in Geesthacht

Case information
Incident date
Country
Germany
Place
Geesthacht
Categories
  • Social Hostility / Intolerance
Attack Against
  • Faith
Perpetrator / Motive Indicators
  • Private
Hate Crime & Violent Incidents
  • Threats
Place of Incident
  • Other (text field)
Bias Indicators
  • Comments/Written Statements/Gestures/Graffiti
  • Lack of Other Motive
  • Victim/Witness Perception
Reported to Police
  • Yes
Response of Local Authorities
  • Investigated
Image credit: Instagram Geesthacht Christmas market

According to the local police, St. Salvatoris parish church in Geesthacht, Germany, received a threatening letter. Due to security concerns, the parish had to cancel several events, including the nativity play. The Christmas church service is going to take place with police protection and restrictions.

The State security is investigating. The threats had been directed against the Christmas market, which has been under police protection.

According to media reports, the threats might be related to the conflict in the Middle East.

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