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Police Memo Alteration Raises New Questions in Solingen Arson Trial

A suppressed memo classifying the attack as right-wing motivated surfaces, delaying the trial and intensifying scrutiny of evidence handling.

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Overview

  • The trial of Daniel S. for the March 2024 Solingen arson that killed a Bulgarian family has been extended to July 2025, with a pause until June 2 for further investigation.
  • A newly revealed police memo initially classified the attack as politically right-wing motivated but was later hand-altered and excluded from the case file.
  • Evidence found during the trial includes Nazi literature, racist chats, and antisemitic imagery, challenging earlier claims of a personal-revenge motive.
  • Victims' lawyers have accused investigators of withholding evidence and using delay tactics, calling for full disclosure to ensure transparency and justice.
  • The case has reignited concerns about right-wing extremism in Germany and institutional accountability in handling politically sensitive crimes.