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SEK operation in Kaufbeuren: Son threatens father in apartment!
SEK operation in Kaufbeuren: A mentally stressed son threatened his father. Police secured the area with no injuries.
SEK operation in Kaufbeuren: Son threatens father in apartment!
In Kaufbeuren there was a large-scale operation by the police special command (SEK) on October 17, 2025. The trigger was a 26-year-old man who, in a psychological state of emergency, threatened his father. The concerned father immediately called 911, which led to a massive police presence. According to the Time The man was armed with a weapon, but it was not a firearm, so fortunately there were no injuries.
The man occupied the emergency services in the afternoon before several police vehicles were spotted near the Bienenberg at around 6 p.m. Residents reported the loud sound of sirens and the blue lights of emergency vehicles. The police ensured that there was no danger to the population and cordoned off a large area around an apartment building on Auerbergweg. Shortly after 7 p.m., a SEK team from Munich arrived, which finally brought great relief around 8 p.m.: the man concerned was arrested. This was done by the Allgäu newspaper confirmed. Further details and information were announced for the following day.
Background on crime in Germany
The incidents surrounding knife attacks and threats are well documented in the current police crime statistics (PKS) from 2024. Violent crime has reached an alarming increase to 217,277 cases, the highest number since 2007. This is attributed, among other things, to an increase in young people and children suspected of crimes BKA reported. The 7.5% increase in non-German suspects is particularly notable and poses additional challenges for the security forces in Germany.
The residents of Kaufbeuren, who currently number almost 48,200 people, receive extensive security measures in such moments. Mayor Stefan Bosse (CSU) is aware of the situation and strongly supports the police's efforts. With an area of 40.02 km², Kaufbeuren offers plenty of space for community living, but also has to contend with the challenges caused by such incidents.
Given the increasing violent crime and developments in society, it is important that citizens in Kaufbeuren and other cities remain vigilant and aware of the challenges and risks. The police are well positioned to respond quickly in such critical moments and maintain public safety.