Violent clashes: police in constant use in Nördlingen!

Violent clashes: police in constant use in Nördlingen!

In the early Sunday morning, June 22, 2025, there were several clashes at the Nördlinger measurement that the police put on alert. At 02:10 a.m. the officers were called to the Volksfestplatz, where a verbal dispute between two groups of people escalated. A 23-year-old used an animal defense spray against two people and pushed a third man with full force against a street lamp. After the incident, the perpetrator fled, but was caught by the police shortly afterwards. When arrested, a police officer injured himself and had to be taken to the Nördlingen hospital, while two more officials were also injured in the argument, but were able to stay on duty.

This incident was classified by the police as a serious discussion. The day before, there were already several smaller conflicts at the measurement: At 10:35 p.m., the police had to intervene due to a dispute between drunk guests, and at 11:15 p.m. there was another incident on the toilets, which, however, went without injuries. Another physical drifting occurred at 3:00 a.m. when a 27-year-old hit two other men in the face and then received a dismissal.

overarching security issues

The arguments throw a light on a growing problem: Again and again security analyzes report on increasing willingness to violence at public events. Dehler Security found that between 2020 and 2024 570 documented knife attacks were already taking place at events in Germany, a worrying increase of 36% compared to the previous year. Folk festivals are among the often affected event types, with more than 18% of these incidents.

The role of security forces

The incidents at the Nördlinger Mess fit into the more comprehensive discussion about security at events. Security measures must be continuously checked and, if necessary, reinforced. This could include the use of metal detectors and increased monitoring by security personnel in order to ensure a safer environment for all guests. Donau-Ries Aktuell reports that the nightresting of the security forces and the emotional stress should not be underestimated.

In order to increase security at events such as the Nördlinger measurement, it is advisable to use modern technologies for monitoring and carry out regular training for security personnel. It is crucial that both organizers and security services work closely together to ensure a feeling of security for all visitors and prevent violence. While the police and the security service in Nördlingen are still busy with the aftermath of the incidents, the question remains: How can you avoid such incidents in the future?