German Woman Faces Trial for Alleged Role in Terrorist Plot to Overthrow Government
January 22, 2025One notable ongoing trial in Koblenz involves a 44-year-old man accused of being a ringleader in similar coup plans.
The trial of a 38-year-old woman, alleged to be part of the 'Kaiserreichsgruppe,' began today at the Higher Regional Court (OLG) in Celle, Germany, after a delay from its original schedule.
Several other trials related to the 'Kaiserreichsgruppe' are ongoing across Germany, including cases in Hamburg and Koblenz.
She is accused of being a member of this terrorist organization, which aims to overthrow the German government, and is charged with preparing a high treason act and possessing a knuckle duster.
The defendant reportedly participated in meetings in Verden and Schlotheim in 2022, where plans for a nationwide blackout and the kidnapping of Health Minister Karl Lauterbach were discussed.
Her defense attorney has indicated that she will address the charges in a future court session next week.
This trial marks the first related to the 'Kaiserreichsgruppe' in Lower Saxony, and the accused is presumed innocent until proven guilty.
The OLG Celle expects a lengthy trial process, with over 20 court dates scheduled until early April, followed by bi-weekly sessions.
The trial was initially set to commence last week, but was postponed due to the defendant's lawyer falling ill.
Investigators classify the entire group as part of the so-called Reichsbürger scene, which does not recognize the Federal Republic of Germany.
Members of the Reichsbürger movement claim that the German Empire, as it existed from 1871 to 1945, still exists.
The 'Kaiserreichsgruppe' allegedly aimed to establish a new government modeled after the German Empire, with plans for a nationwide power outage and the kidnapping of Federal Health Minister Karl Lauterbach.
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