On August 8, 2024, police conducted searches at the homes of members of the climate activist group Letzte Generation in Berlin and other cities across Germany.

These searches were initiated following a disruptive glue protest at Frankfurt Airport on July 25, which halted operations for several hours and led to significant delays.

The federal police stated that the activists could face serious charges, including dangerous interference with air traffic, trespassing, and property damage.

During the protest, activists damaged an outer fence to gain unauthorized access, with some gluing themselves to the runway in an effort to draw attention to their cause.

In response to the protests, the German airport group ADV expressed a willingness to engage in discussions with Letzte Generation regarding their actions.

The Federal Police of Germany has charged those convicted for their actions, seeking to recover approximately €6,400 for previous disruptions.

Letzte Generation criticized the police actions as intimidation, claiming that such measures could have traumatic effects on individuals.

The Hessian state government supports a tough judicial response, emphasizing that suspects must experience the legal system's severity.

The legal process regarding these issues is expected to take several years, similar to unresolved cases from previous airport blockades.

The Frankfurt Public Prosecutor's Office is investigating the demonstrators for coercion, trespassing, and causing public damage.

DNA samples were collected from the suspects under a court order to match evidence found at the protest site.