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Chaos on Halloween: Police wander through Euskirchen because of firecrackers!
Disturbances and riots characterized Halloween night in Euskirchen, and the police had to intervene several times. Details here.
Chaos on Halloween: Police wander through Euskirchen because of firecrackers!
On the Halloween weekend there were several incidents in downtown Euskirchen that were a real test for the police. How ksta.de Reportedly, the use of fireworks led to disturbances and a number of police calls. During Halloween evening, there were repeated complaints about the loud bangs that echoed through the city.
Officers had to intervene several times in a restaurant in the city center. Three missions were necessary to calm rioting guests. Two women were the focus of the incident reports. A 29-year-old woman from Bad Münstereifel ignored a dismissal at 10:20 p.m. and was ultimately taken to a police cell to sober up. Later that night, around 3:15 a.m., a 37-year-old from Swisttal caused a stir, but was taken to hospital because of health concerns. A complaint was also filed against her for resisting police officers.
Comparison to other regions
In the neighboring district of Düren, the Halloween nights were relatively quiet in comparison. Although complaints about the use of firecrackers were also recorded here, there were no significant incidents or police operations, as was also the case by ksta.de held.
However, these incidents were not limited to Germany. How swissinfo.ch Reportedly, similar riots occurred in Switzerland in 2024. The police in various cantons had to take action due to disturbances of the peace. In Zurich, for example, containers were set on fire and buses were damaged, while an attack on a man was reported in Winterthur.
A look into the past
The origins of Halloween are Celtic and over the years the festival has developed into a colorful event where people dress up in scary costumes to scare away evil spirits. Originally celebrated in Catholic areas of the British Isles, the custom eventually found its way via emigrants to America and then to Europe, where it has long been part of folklore.
Despite the sometimes tumultuous events both in Euskirchen and in Central Europe, many people appreciate the dramatic experiences and celebrate the festival. It remains to be seen how the situation will develop in the coming years and whether the authorities may have to take new measures to guarantee fun without the unpleasant side effects.
Overall, it shows: Halloween is not just a festival of horror, but also a reflection of fun and the joy of traditions, even if the riots remain a recurring theme on an evening like this.