Shots in Mannheim: life-threatening wound in kiosk attack!

Shots in Mannheim: life-threatening wound in kiosk attack!

In Mannheim, the residents are happy about a quick solution to a shocking incident. After the shots on a 39-year-old man in a kiosk on Saturday evening, in which he suffered life-threatening injuries, the police are now looking for the perpetrator. The incident that happened in the city center causes unrest among the citizens. Crime in Germany, including Mannheim, has not exactly decreased, as the most recently published police crime statistics shows. Here, violent crime in 2024 rose by 1.5 % to 217,277 cases, which has been the highest level since 2007, and the concerns of the citizens seem justified if you look at the statistics. In contrast, the deeds of such violence have been the order of the day in recent years. The increase in suspect children is particularly alarming by 11.3 % on 13,755, according to BKA.

Another topic that employs people in Mannheim is the meter -high scrap mountains that have been burning in the industrial port since Friday. Firefighters worked tirelessly on the extinguishing work by the evening of August 8th, 2025 to ensure the nightly extinguishing work. The mayor praised the emergency services for their fast and effective use, which luckily remained without injuries. However, the police could not yet provide any information about the amount of damage or the cause of the fire. The smoke pulled to Frankfurt and also caused odor nuisance in southern Hesse. n-tv reported on the warnings of the Federal Office for Population, which informed the residents about the Warn-Apps.

Positive news from the region

But not everything is shocking news. VfB Stuttgart was able to win an important victory against 1. FC Heidenheim last weekend, and with a narrow 1-0. In the 65th minute, newcomer Bilal El Khannous secured the victory and the points, which now bring in a place in the Champions League qualification to VfB.

And while Stuttgart shines in sports, there are also gratifying developments in society. Two missing children from Lahr, a 7-year-old girl and a 5-year-old boy, reappeared after almost three weeks. The police had already searched for the siblings on September 16, as they should be taken into care due to child welfare. Now, fortunately, you are well again, such as Tagesschau. These positive news bring at least a ray of hope that is characterized by many challenges.

Traffic controls and judgments

In addition, a Europe -wide control week begins in road traffic this week. Pay attention to dealing with electronic devices and driving under alcohol or drug influence. Here we can only hope that all road users have a good hand for their safety.

After all, the judgments against a former CDU member of the Bundestag and two men who attacked several senior citizens are pending in Munich. These processes show that the judiciary continues to proceed against crime and injustice.