Blue eyes for arguments: Police are looking for witnesses for folk festival exhaustion

Blue eyes for arguments: Police are looking for witnesses for folk festival exhaustion

Violence at Volksfest in Neuburg: Effects on the community

In the late evening of August 1, 2024, there was an incident at the Volksfest in Neuburg an der Donau that not only affected individuals, but also raises major questions about safety at such events.

The background of the incident

around 11:10 p.m. a 26-year-old man from the municipality of Pfaffenhofen an der Ilm was involved in an assault. The incident began with a verbal argument between several groups, which ultimately converted into physical violence. A previously unknown perpetrator hit the 26-year-old in the face, which led to a blue eye. In an attempt to calm down the situation, a 30-year-old man from the Bad Tölz-Wolfratshausen district intervened, which was also attacked.

health consequences for those involved

The young man from Pfaffenhofen had to be treated to a hospital due to his injuries. According to reports, he also wore abrasions in addition to the blue eye. This type of violence is not only a personal problem for those affected, but also makes a simple -wing security and the behavior of the festival visitors.

The police and their investigation

The local police have initiated investigations and is looking for witnesses to the incident. The security forces ask everyone who can provide relevant information to report on the phone number (0 84 31) 67 11 0. Such appeals are crucial in order not only to identify the perpetrator, but also to raise awareness of violence prevention at folk festivals.

The meaning for the community

Incidents like this are not only regrettable for those directly involved, they also have profound effects on the entire community. Folk festivals should be places of joy and cooperation. Violence undermines this foundation and can lead to visitors to feel uncertain and avoid future events.

call to perceive responsibility

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