German police discover cult while investigating a kidnapping
By William Nehra
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Police in Germany have discovered a suspected cult at a former convent while searching for the victim of a kidnapping. Police have arrested a Dutch man who claimed to be their “prophet.”
Discovery of the secret sect
German police have discovered what they suspect to be a cult while investigating a kidnapping in the small western town of Goch in North Rhine-Westphalia. Police found the alleged victim, a 25-year-old woman, in a residential building on the premises of a former convent.
Upon further investigation, police found 54 people, including children, on the premises, as well as a 58-year-old man from the Netherlands, who described himself as the "prophet" of the “Order of the Transformers.” He was arrested by police officers.
According to a police spokeswoman, no one was injured during the operation and no hostages had been taken.
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William studied a masters in Classics at the University of Amsterdam. He is a big fan of Ancient History and football, particularly his beloved Watford FC. Read more