Threats Made Against Zwickau Mayor Referencing Walter Lübke

Zwickau's Mayor Constance Arndt Faces Threat Linked to Extremism

Constance Arndt, the mayor of Zwickau, received a threatening letter with a clear reference to Walter Lübcke, a politician who was murdered. However, she refuses to be intimidated by such actions.

In her Instagram post, Arndt, who is affiliated with the Bürger für Zwickau party, announced that she has filed a criminal complaint regarding the severe threat she received. Various news outlets have reported on this alarming incident.

A Disturbing Message Directed at the Mayor

The letter contained the chilling statement to remember Walter Lübcke and to stay vigilant. Arndt shared this troubling message on social media.

Feeling anxious about the threat, Arndt stated she is fully aware of the events surrounding Lübcke's tragic fate. Nevertheless, she is determined not to let fear control her actions. In her post, she extended an invitation to the sender for a respectful dialogue and constructive criticism, provided they have substantive points to raise.

Strong Condemnation from Political Leaders

Alexander Dierks, the president of the state parliament, condemned the threat vehemently, labeling it as morally reprehensible and crossing the line of acceptable political discourse. He expressed hope that law enforcement would identify the individual responsible for the threat and ensure they face justice. Dierks emphasized that such statements poison the atmosphere of democratic engagement.