03 Sep 2018 | 05:38 PM UTC
Germany: Demonstrations continue in Chemnitz on September 3 /update 4
Anti-racism rally and concert in Chemnitz (Saxony state) on September 3; avoid all protests and anticipate transportation disruptions
Event
Tens of thousands of people rallied in Chemnitz (Saxony state) on the afternoon (local time) of Monday, September 3, to protest a recent wave of demonstrations by far-right groups. According to local sources, a concert was held beginning at 17:00 near the Karl Marx Monument. According to a police spokesperson, an estimated 20,000 people attended the Wir Sind Mehr (We Are More) rally and concert. Confrontations between far-right and anti-far-right protesters are possible in Chemnitz in the coming hours. Further demonstrations are anticipated in Chemnitz in the coming days. A heightened security presence and localized traffic disruptions are expected near all such demonstrations.
Context
On Sunday, August 26, a German man was fatally stabbed in Chemnitz, and two men of Iraqi and Syrian origin were subsequently arrested for his death. Multiple demonstrations were held by far-right groups on August 26, August 27, and September 1. At least 18 people have been injured in clashes between far-right protesters and counter-protesters.
Advice
Individuals in Chemnitz are advised to monitor developments to the situation, avoid all protests and demonstrations as a precaution, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities.
