Investigation underway into alleged assault on German far-right leader

Tino Chrupalla, a leader of the far-right Alternative for Germany party, was hospitalized after members of his party alleged he was attacked at a campaign event in Bavaria. German police have opened an investigation into the incident, but have found no evidence of an attack. Chrupalla reported sudden pain in his arm and later discovered a minor skin injury, possibly indicating a small puncture. The incident occurred ahead of local elections in Bavaria and Hesse, where the AfD is vying for a second-place finish. The party has seen a surge in support nationally, polling at 21 percent.