Halloween: Egg fight and vandalism in Forchheim - police are looking for witnesses!

Halloween: Egg fight and vandalism in Forchheim - police are looking for witnesses!

On Halloween night, which took place on October 31st, an incident on Basteistrasse in Forchheim caused a stir. At 9:25 p.m. a property was pelted with eggs and feces, resulting in property damage of around 300 euros. The Forchheim police station is now looking for witnesses who observed the incident. Information can be submitted by calling (09191) 7090-0. This is not the first time that Halloween night has been associated with vandalism in the region. This year, police carried out child protection checks to prevent potential crimes and ensure that the festive activities did not get out of hand.

Child protection and vandalism

During the checks, the police came across a 15-year-old who was found with firecrackers and a 16-year-old who had a vape with him. In addition, nine children between the ages of 12 and 13 were discovered throwing firecrackers on Hutstrasse. All young people were returned to their parents with the items that were not permitted for them. It is important that both parents and children are aware of the rules that apply during this time. As the today.at reported, vandalism is no trivial matter and can have serious legal consequences. Parents should make it clear to their children what is allowed and what is not.

According to the Youth Protection Act, children under 14 are allowed to be outside from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. with their parents' consent, while young people between 14 and 16 years of age are allowed to stay outside until 1 a.m. in the morning. In many cases, vandalism can result in fines or compensation claims, although children under 14 cannot be prosecuted.

Celebrations and Origins of Halloween

Halloween is traditionally celebrated on the eve of All Saints' Day (November 1st) and has its origins in Celtic harvest festivals, particularly Samhain. On this day, the ancient Druids believed that the souls of the dead could communicate with the living. These celebrations often included large bonfires and special rituals to protect oneself from evil spirits. Bibleinfo highlights that the traditions of Halloween have changed over the centuries, but the memory of the deceased has remained a central part.

Halloween is an exciting time, especially for children, when they go from door to door in disguise to collect candy. Loud today.at Parents should make sure that their children know the legal consequences of vandalism and get through the night safely.

The police are well prepared during this time to minimize possible attacks and vandalism and make the special day a safe experience for everyone.