
In the investigative committee, the key witness speaks about the allegations against NRW Minister Scharrenbach
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The NRW investigative committee is investigating allegations against Home Affairs Minister Scharrenbach. A key witness reports on abuse of power, intimidation and health consequences for employees.
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Witness about abuse of power in the North Rhine-Westphalia Ministry of Homeland Affairs: “As a human being, you can hardly stand that.”
A working atmosphere full of “fear and terror”? In the investigative committee, the key witness speaks about the allegations against NRW Minister Scharrenbach. It's about intimidation, discord - and health consequences.
By Miriam Olbrisch
November 6th, 2026, 6:08 p.m

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