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Threat alarm at McDonald's in Altötting – police investigate!
On September 3, 2025, an 18-year-old reported a threat to McDonald's in Altötting, which turned out to be unfounded.
Threat alarm at McDonald's in Altötting – police investigate!
Last night, an emergency call from a McDonald's branch in Altötting caused a stir in the city. An 18-year-old young man reported a threatening situation, which immediately called the police to the scene. The emergency call came in around 7:30 p.m. and the emergency services deployed a large number to get the situation under control. But it quickly became clear on site that there was no evidence of an actual threat. According to ovb-online.de, there was never any danger to those present.
The Altötting police station has nevertheless started an investigation to clarify the background to the incident. Interviews with other guests revealed that none of them perceived any threat. This situation once again highlights the importance of the security forces' rapid response, even in cases that ultimately turn out to be harmless.
Background to violent crime
The reasons for this increase are complex and range from economic uncertainty to social pressures. What is particularly noteworthy is that a third of the suspects are under 21 years old. The proportion of young violent offenders has increased significantly since 2021 and may be encouraged by ongoing psychological stress that has arisen during the pandemic.
Worrying incidents in the region
Overall, it is clear that violent crime in all its facets is still an explosive issue and also plays a role in small and medium-sized towns like Altötting. It remains to be hoped that preventive measures and an increased police presence can help to strengthen the public's sense of security and prevent further tragic incidents.