Fight against drugs and violence: police ensure security in Karlsruhe

Fight against drugs and violence: police ensure security in Karlsruhe

In a determined campaign to combat drug and violent crime, the police Karlsruhe carried out extensive operations on the market square and castle forecourt between March 17 and May 2, 2025. The occasion was repeated violent clashes of rival drug groups, which significantly burden the security situation in the city center.

The officials registered a total of 88 crimes during this period, including 52 violations of the Consumer Cannabis Act and 3 crimes under the Narcotics Act. In addition, over 300 references were made for the affected areas. The missions already have an effect: The group's occurrence of the drug dealers has decreased and the police are planning to continue to proceed against this crime in order to ensure the security of citizens.