Four AfD Candidates Die Suddenly Ahead of North Rhine-Westphalia Vote

Four candidates from the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party in North Rhine-Westphalia have died suddenly and unexpectedly in the weeks leading up to the regional elections scheduled for September 14. The deaths occurred in Blomberg, Bad Lippspringe, Schwerte, and Rheinberg.

Authorities have reported no signs of foul play, with investigations pointing to natural causes in the cases reviewed. Election officials have begun administrative adjustments, including the reissuing of postal ballots in the affected areas, while replacement candidates are being nominated.

The unusual cluster of deaths has drawn attention, though officials continue to state that there is no evidence of external involvement