In a significant development, German authorities have arrested a suspected left-wing extremist in Berlin.

The individual, identified as Thomas J.

, is accused of supporting a criminal organization, causing bodily harm, and property damage.

He is believed to have been a combat trainer for the group led by Lina E.

, a known figure in left-wing extremism.

Thomas J.

allegedly participated in a 2019 attack on a right-wing venue in Eisenach, Thuringia.

Lina E.

was previously sentenced to over five years in prison for attacks on right-wing extremists, though her sentence is under appeal.

The arrested man is set to appear before a federal court judge to determine his pre-trial detention.