Hooded group in Bremen ignites Böller and demands Free Maja!

Bei einer Versammlung in Bremen-Steintor sorgte eine Gruppe von 20 bis 30 Vermummten für Aufsehen, indem sie Böller zündeten und ein Banner mit der Aufschrift "FREE MAJA" mitführten. Die Polizei ermittelt wegen möglicher Verstöße.
At a meeting in Bremen-Steintor, a group of 20 to 30 hooded caused a sensation by lit Böller and carried a banner with the inscription "Free Maja". The police are investigating possible violations. (Symbolbild/MB)

Hooded group in Bremen ignites Böller and demands Free Maja!

In the night of July 17, 2025, a group of 20 to 30 black -clad and hooded people in Bremen caused excitement. Witnesses reported that the group moved through the eastern suburb, especially in the Steintor district, and fired firecrackers and pyrotechnics several times. The spectacle could not be overlooked and left a sustainable impression among the residents who wondered what exactly was going on.

The demonstrators wore a large, conspicuous banner with the inscription "Free Maja". This action is part of a greater movement that is located in the anti -fascist scene. This group often moves in the context of protests that are usually associated with political messages. In this case, several graffiti with slogans such as "Free Maja" and "Free All Prisoners" on house facades and window panes were also left. A clear sign to the public, what they represent and what they are fighting for.

police in action

The police quickly became aware of the events and moved in with emergency services. The officials found burned-out pyrotechnic objects and leaflets with Antifa cover on site. This suggests that the campaign was not just a spontaneous form of expression, but part of a well thought -out plan. In total, the police checked seven suspects aged 20 to 34. These were released after checking their identities.

Currently, the state protection is investigated by possible violations of the explosive law, the assembly law and due to property damage. Residents who may have further information on the group or incidents are asked to report to the criminal service service on 0421 362-3888 to support the investigation.

anti -fascism and its background

What is behind the term "Antifa"? The "anti -fascist action" has a long and controversial story in Germany. Historically, it was introduced in the 1920s by the Communist Party of Germany as an anti -capitalist concept of struggle. The scientific service of the German Bundestag already found in 2018 that there is no uniform action within the movement. While some see anti -fascism as a democratic principle, others see it as a left -wing extremist term that calls for violence.

The symbol of today's Antifa combines a black and a red flag and is used primarily in violent contexts. Left -wing extremists often call for violent actions to proceed against people and groups who consider them "fascist". Violence such as property damage, arson and assault can also be observed.

These developments show how anti -fascism has changed since the days of National Socialism and illustrate the complexity of the topic. The current incident in Bremen is not just a local matter, but also reflects a larger social phenomenon.

For the residents, it is to be hoped that such nightly chamber shop will not become standard. Ciao, Bremen - maybe soon with less "bang"!

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OrtBremen-Östliche Vorstadt, OT Steintor, Deutschland
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