Ludwigshafen school expels three after pepper spray attacks injure 41
Karolina Burger Secondary School in Ludwigshafen is facing serious disruptions after a series of violent incidents. Three students, aged 13, 14, and 15, have now been expelled following pepper spray attacks that left 41 teachers and pupils injured. The school is also dealing with multiple formal complaints against its headteacher.
The latest trouble began with pepper spray attacks that caused widespread harm. Police suspect the three expelled students were involved. This incident follows months of unrest, including false fire alarms and a knife attack in May 2025.
Staff at the school have taken formal action. The staff council, senior leadership team, and an individual teacher each filed official grievances with education authorities. The Education and Science Workers' Union (GEW) has demanded a full investigation into the allegations. The situation has drawn political attention as well. A CDU education policy spokesperson claimed the school's problems stem from years of flawed education policies. Meanwhile, the headteacher has not responded to requests for comment. No details have been released about the public prosecutor's response to the police referral regarding the pepper spray attacks.
The expelled students will no longer attend the school after a decision by the full staff conference. With three formal complaints now lodged against the headteacher, the school remains under scrutiny. Authorities continue to assess the broader impact of these incidents on staff and pupils.
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