Mourning for colleagues killed: Police headquarters Mannheim thanks for sympathy

Mourning for colleagues killed: Police headquarters Mannheim thanks for sympathy

unity in mourning - Mannheim remembers Rouven Laur († 29)

The tragic death of Rouven Laur on May 31, 2024 on the market square not only shaked the police, but the entire city of Mannheim. The incident in which the 25-year-old attacker committed a knife attack and killed the police officer has agreed the security concerns of many citizens.

The death has illustrated the risks the police officers are exposed to in the practice of their service. Police President Ulrike Schäfer emphasized the great sympathy and support of the citizens in this difficult time. The community in Mannheim felt more closely connected after the incident and showed a wave of solidarity.

thanks to the citizens for their support and sympathy

The sympathy and the comforting words that the police received from the citizens are overwhelming. The numerous flowers, applause and letters that were stored on the market square are expression of the deep connection between the people in Mannheim with their lawns.

Police President Schäfer thanked on behalf of all police officers for the support and assured that the service to protect freedom of expression continued. The officers continue to stand together and will continue their efforts with the thought of their late colleagues.

The temporary memorial on the marketplace fountain enables citizens to continue to express their grief and to commemorate Rouven Laur. The solidarity and compassion by the Mannheim community are signs of strength and cohesion in difficult times.

The loss of Rouven Laur has shaped the city of Mannheim and will continue to be a central topic in the community. The memory of him will inspire the people in Mannheim, to move closer together and to stand up for each other.

- Nag