Schalke fans in Magdeburg: Police operation ensures considerable criticism
Schalke fans in Magdeburg: Police operation ensures considerable criticism
A few weeks ago, an incident in Magdeburg caused unrest among fans of FC Schalke 04. About 500 followers were stopped by the police at Magdeburg station, which led to the fact that they missed the upcoming second division game against 1. FC Magdeburg. The reactions to this police operation were loud and criticized, which is why the association has taken a position.In an official statement, FC Schalke 04 stated that the affected fans were involved in discussions in order to gain a better understanding of the incidents and their effects. The association is understanding of the frustration and disappointment that many fans experienced because they could not visit the game due to the police operation. Schalke described the police measures as "barely understandable".
police operation and its controversy
The incidents occurred on the trip from Gelsenkirchen to Magdeburg when some fans got out of the train, masked themselves, and then got into the train again. A police contingent was already waiting in Magdeburg itself and carried out a person check that took several hours. In the end, the police ensured various objects that should indicate possible hooligan violence.
The "Königsblue help", the Schalke fan help, criticized the use of the officials and reported that it seemed inappropriate for the waiting fans, among other things, that access to toilets was denied them. Many fans find the entire police operation disproportionate and complain about the restrictions suffered.
FC Schalke 04 has also noticed that a proportionality should always be preserved in operations of this type. Although the association acknowledges that the police often have to work under difficult conditions, Schalke demands transparency and a precise processing of the circumstances. The association has therefore asked the responsible authorities for an official statement to better assess the events.
In addition, the fan aid plans to take legal action against the police. Compensation and compensation for pain and suffering should be required to help the affected fans have their rights. These steps illustrate the tense relationship between the police and the fans, who are increasingly finding in a legal framework.
The questions and concerns that arose after this incident underline the sensitivity in dealing with fan groups at sporting events. FC Schalke 04 and the fan aid will follow the developments carefully, and it remains to be seen how the matter will develop.
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