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Police probe hate speech incident following church service termination

Church service in Kempten's outdoors called off due to malicious messages; authorities now affirm a potential criminal act.

Following the termination of a church service, law enforcement authorities delve into an...
Following the termination of a church service, law enforcement authorities delve into an investigation concerning alleged hate speech.

Police probe hate speech incident following church service termination

Kempten's Tabernacle Church Cancels Outdoor Service Amidst Online Threats

The Tabernacle Church in Kempten, a free evangelical church located in the town of Kempten, has cancelled an outdoor church service due to anonymous threats against its pastor on the internet. The Kempten Police Headquarters is currently investigating the threats, suspecting a criminal offense, including threats, based on the statements received.

The cancellation of the service has garnered attention from local media outlets, causing concern among church members. The police headquarters has urged members of the public to report any similar threats or suspicious activity.

Despite the ongoing investigation, the timeline for a resolution remains uncertain. The final legal assessment lies with the public prosecutor's office, who will make the final decision on the legality of the threats.

The pastor of the Tabernacle Church, who was threatened, has not been named in the available reports. The church itself has yet to announce plans for alternative church services.

This is not the first time the Tabernacle Church has been in the news. In recent years, the church has been active in community outreach programmes and has been a pillar of the town's religious community.

As the investigation continues, the church and its members will be hoping for a swift resolution and a return to normal services as soon as possible. The Kempten Police Headquarters is encouraging anyone with information to come forward to help bring those responsible for the threats to justice.

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