Security alarm at Christmas markets: Measures according to Magdeburg shock!

Security alarm at Christmas markets: Measures according to Magdeburg shock!

In a tragic attack on the Christmas market in Magdeburg, there was a serious incident on Friday evening, in which a driver raced into a crowd. In this terrible act, four adults and a nine -year -old child died, while more than 200 people were injured, including many. However, the information about the injured vary because reports about the exact number differ and reported previous information from only two dead. These brutal events have led to a significant increase in security requirement for Christmas markets in the region, such as [sueddeutsche.de] (https://www.sueddeutsche.de/panorama/attacke-auf-weihnacht-nachten- Interior Minister-Send-polize-nach-maglburg-dpa.urn-newsml-dpa-com-241221-324644) informed.

The interior minister of Baden-Württemberg, Thomas Strobl, reacted immediately to the situation and emphasized the measures to increase security not only in Magdeburg, but also in his state. On Saturday, two trains were sent to Magdeburg with almost 80 police officers. Strobl assured that the Christmas markets in Baden-Württemberg remain open and that mobile bollards and stationary locks are available to guarantee protection. Despite the increased danger, it is important to preserve the markets as a "place of joy and common ground", as [https://www.swp.de/baden-wuerttemberg/attackein-maglburg--sicher---sicher-wehnacht-in-baden-wuerttemberg-7743541.html) reported.

In order to react to the current danger situation, additional security measures were taken. The police have introduced simple and effective methods to control weapons and knife bans. Strobl also emphasized that the police in the Christmas market areas will be particularly vigilant, and there is no evidence of a connection between the Magdeburg crime and possible dangers in Baden-Württemberg or at the Christmas markets there. The Interior Minister warned that people should remain vigilant without fueling fear, since this would only support the goals of the enemies of a free society.