AfD politician in hospital
Police: No evidence of attack on Chrupalla
October 5th, 2023, 2:00 p.m
AfD leader Chrupalla complained of medical problems shortly before his party’s election campaign appearance and had to go to hospital. The party speaks of an attack on the speaker. The police contradict the account, but confirm a minor injury.
The police headquarters in Upper Bavaria have reported new findings in the case surrounding the election campaign appearance of AfD federal spokesman Tino Chrupalla. Chrupalla had to receive medical care before his speech and was taken to a hospital in Ingolstadt, where he remains. The public prosecutor’s office is investigating the initial suspicion of bodily harm.
The police announce thisAccording to current knowledge, the AfD spokesman took selfies with several people. There was light physical contact. “There is currently no evidence that Mr Chrupalla was approached or attacked.”
According to police, Chrupalla felt slight pain in his upper arm on the way to the stage. Due to further health problems, Chrupalla was taken to the Ingolstadt Clinic for medical care. Superficial redness or swelling was noticeable on the upper arm. The other examinations carried out so far have been unremarkable.
The information has so far been based on witness statements. So far, Chrupalla’s bodyguards, a steward at the event and participants in the event have been questioned. However, the investigations are ongoing. Blood samples continued to be taken and Chrupalla’s clothing was examined. However, the results of the analyzes are still pending. In addition, the police would view and evaluate images that had been secured. A spokesman for the Federal Spokesperson’s Office spoke of an attack.