Germany is reconsidering its stance on deporting criminals to Afghanistan following a recent tragic incident.
Background on Deportation Policy
Germany had halted deportations to Afghanistan after the Taliban took control in 2021, citing concerns for the safety of individuals sent back to the region.
Incident Prompting Policy Review
The policy is currently under review after an Afghan refugee allegedly stabbed a police officer in Mannheim last Friday, resulting in the officer’s death.
Details of the Incident
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According to Modernity news, the attack was allegedly carried out by an individual angered by right-wing political activist Michael Stürzenberger’s criticism of Islam. The video shows a police officer mistakenly tackling one of Stürzenberger’s campaign workers and then being stabbed in the neck from behind. The officer, Rouven L., did not survive his injuries after failing to wake from an induced coma.
Profile of the Suspect
The suspect reportedly attended school in Germany and married a German woman of Turkish origin in 2019. They have two children together, as reported by Spiegel.
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