Outrage Erupts as Racist Chants at Sylt's Pony Club Spark Nationwide Condemnation
May 26, 2024
An incident at the Pony Club in Kampen, Sylt involved guests chanting racist slogans and making a Hitler salute, sparking outrage and death threats against the club owners.
Pony Club operators denied staff awareness of the incident and released surveillance footage as evidence.
The incident, featuring young individuals chanting xenophobic slogans to 'L'amour toujours' by Gigi D'Agostino, has led to criminal complaints and investigations by State Security for hate speech and unconstitutional symbols.
The club has filed a criminal complaint and is under police investigation for incitement to hatred and the use of unconstitutional symbols.
Influential figures, including the Serviceplan Group and influencer Milena Karl, have taken action, with Karl firing an employee for participating in the chants.
Chancellor Olaf Scholz and federal officials condemned the behavior, prompting nationwide discussions on combating racism and extremism.
The incident highlights a troubling trend of rising radicalization and hate speech in society, with similar incidents leading to employee dismissals in other regions.
Star DJ Gigi D'Agostino clarified that his song is about love, not hate promotion, calling for genuine outrage and action against discriminatory behavior.
The club is implementing measures to protect its employees and guests, underscoring the urgent need to combat extremism and intolerance in society.
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