German police arrested three suspects near Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s private plane in Arnsberg, foiling an attempt to damage the aircraft.
Police Arrest Suspects
German police arrested three individuals near Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s private plane. They are suspected of attempting to immobilize the aircraft.
The suspects, two women aged 23 and 28, and a 56-year-old man, were arrested for disturbing the peace after they entered the hangar area without authorization.
Incident Details
The incident occurred during the night from Wednesday to Thursday (January 21-22) in the town of Arnsberg in North Rhine-Westphalia, where the Chancellor keeps his private plane.
According to the prosecutor’s office and police, the suspects’ plans to damage the aircraft were thwarted before they could be carried out.
Background on Activists
Law enforcement officials indicated that all three suspects were known to the police and had previously participated in protests motivated by left-wing and pro-climate policies.
A group calling itself the “Resistance Collective” later issued a statement claiming responsibility, stating they attempted to immobilize Chancellor Merz’s private plane as part of a protest action.
Source
The article originates from Deutsche Welle.
