Authorities in Dachau, Germany, are investigating instances of graffiti linked to right-wing extremism that emerged this past weekend. The local criminal police of Fürstenfeldbruck have specifically requested assistance from the public following the appearance of Nazi symbols including the 'SS' insignia and the Celtic cross on various structures. These incidents are believed to have occurred on Friday or Saturday, according to a press release from the police headquarters in Upper Bavaria North.

The vandalism targeted the facade of the Freiraum youth and cultural center located on Brunngartenstraße, a bridge on Ludwig-Thoma-Straße, as well as several electrical boxes scattered across the city. Though the police have determined that the financial damage is minimal, estimated to be in the low four-digit euro range, the emergence of such extremist symbols raises concerns about the prevalence of far-right ideologies in the region.

Residents who may have witnessed the act of vandalism are encouraged to contact the Fürstenfeldbruck police at the number provided. The incidents contribute to ongoing discussions surrounding the resurgence of neo-Nazi sentiments in Germany and the measures being undertaken to combat hate speech and symbols, particularly in areas with historical significance related to World War II and the Holocaust.