The tragic death of 29-year-old German police officer Rouven L. in Mannheim occurred at an anti-Islam rally organized by the islamophobic group Pax Europa.

A 25-year-old Afghan man stabbed the officer, leading to national mourning and debates on security and extremism in Germany.

The Bundesanwaltschaft in Karlsruhe has taken over the investigation, suspecting religious motivation behind the attack.

The suspect, currently hospitalized after being shot by another officer, remains unable to be questioned.

The German anti-terrorist prosecutor will now lead the investigation following the attack that left the police officer dead and five others injured.

The suspect specifically targeted members of an anti-Islam movement, raising concerns about Islamist terrorism.

Chancellor Olaf Scholz condemned the attack and stressed the importance of defending peaceful expression of opinions amid escalating violence.

The incident has reignited debates on extremism and the responsibilities of platform operators in controlling the spread of violent content online.

Experts are urging stricter regulations to prevent such incidents in the future.

Germany mourns the loss of a brave defender of public safety, with a focus on addressing extremism and maintaining security.