Germany’s federal police recorded an increase in politically motivated crimes with right-wing extremism as the driving force in 2025, surpassing the numbers reported the previous year. According to a response from the Federal Government to an inquiry by the Left Party, at least 1,521 such cases were documented nationwide throughout the year.
The Left Party also requested details regarding the nature of these crimes for the last three months of the previous year. The Federal Government’s response indicates that police recorded a right-wing motivated attempted homicide in both October, and December.
Dunkelziffer vermutlich höher
The Federal Government notes in its response, which was provided to the dpa news agency, that the total number of reported incidents may change as additional cases are reported. This is due to the time it takes for data to be transmitted from local authorities to the Federal Criminal Police Office (BKA), as well as the fact that the political motivation behind some crimes is not immediately apparent.
The BKA’s statistics for 2024 list 1,488 right-wing motivated violent crimes. In the prior year, police recorded 1,270 such incidents.
“Und die Bundesregierung schaut weg”
Ferat Kocak, an interior policy expert for the Left Party, accused the Federal Government of downplaying right-wing extremism. “Right-wing violence is escalating and the Federal Government is looking away,” stated the member of parliament. He suggested that increased funding for victim support services and other projects aimed at combating right-wing extremism are necessary to counter the growing violence.
Typical politically motivated crimes include defamation of the state and its symbols, incitement of hatred, and insults. Violent crimes include attempted homicide, assault, breach of the peace, dangerous interference with road traffic, unlawful imprisonment, and resisting authorities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current trend in right-wing motivated crime in Germany?
The number of right-wing motivated crimes in Germany has increased, with at least 1,521 cases recorded in 2025, surpassing the 1,488 cases recorded in 2024 and the 1,270 cases recorded the year prior.
What types of crimes are included in these statistics?
These statistics include a range of offenses, from defamation and incitement of hatred to violent crimes such as attempted homicide, assault, and resisting authorities.
What did the Left Party suggest to address the issue?
Ferat Kocak of the Left Party suggested increased funding for victim support services and other projects aimed at combating right-wing extremism.
As right-wing extremism continues to be a concern in Germany, what steps might communities and policymakers take to foster greater inclusivity and prevent further escalation of violence?
