Cologne Prosecutor's Office sets the Record Straight: No Imminent Terror Threat Against 14-Year-Old
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A 14-year-old resident of Cologne is currently under investigation by local authorities for suspected terrorist activities, with allegations that he exhibited support for the Islamic State (IS), shared IS-related content on social media platforms, and contemplated a potential attack on a local Christmas market during the holiday season[2][4]. Nevertheless, it's crucial to clarify that while indications of possible attack plans and related discussions have surfaced, there's no solid evidence in the public eye at present of a fully-fledged or imminent terror plot aimed at a specific Christmas market[2].
Prosecutor's Office: No Christmas Market Threat in Cologne
The young suspect's apartment was searched last Friday, and he went willingly to the police station for identification purposes, avoiding any formal arrest or detention. The investigation progresses, but, citing the importance of safeguarding the investigation process and protecting the privacy of those involved in the proceedings, the Public Prosecutor's Office declined to disclose further details[2].
Contrary to earlier reports by various news outlets, including stern, based on information from the news agency DPA from "security circles," the teenager was not suspected of planning an attack on a Cologne Christmas market[2]. The prosecution clarified later that the investigation doesn't constitute a "terror suspicion" or an investigation into attack plans by the suspect on a Christmas market[2].
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- Despite rumors circulating in general-news outlets, there is no ongoing investigation suggesting any imminent terror threat against a Cologne Christmas market linked to the 14-year-old suspect, as declared by the Cologne Prosecutor's Office.
- The community policy and employment policy of the Cologne Prosecutor's Office value transparent communication and upholding the law, while also safeguarding the investigation process and protecting individuals' privacy during ongoing investigations.
