Timo Klitzsch, a member of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD), has died shortly after being elected to the Wolfratshausen city council during the local elections on March 8. His death was confirmed by Hubert Bernwieser, head of citizen services and elections in the Wolfratshausen city administration, after party members informed about the sad news at the beginning of the week. Klitzsch had been active in local politics and was part of the Bad Tölz-Wolfratshausen district council since 2020.

Klitzsch's election to the city council in 2023 marked a significant moment for the AfD, notably as he was one of only two candidates from the party to achieve this milestone. He was a candidate for the 2026 municipal election as well. According to preliminary election results, it is expected that Jens Schöller will replace him at the upcoming constitutive session of the Wolfratshausen city council. Klitzsch's death raises questions about the implications for the local political landscape and the future of the AfD in the region.

The AfD, known for its controversial and far-right views, continues to be a polarizing presence in German politics, particularly at local levels. Klitzsch's passing not only leaves a vacancy in the Wolfratshausen city council but also potentially impacts the party's influence in the area. As the 2026 municipal elections approach, the dynamics of the council may shift, depending on how the party navigates this loss.