Violent discussion in front of a supermarket in Evershagen: police officers in action

Violent discussion in front of a supermarket in Evershagen: police officers in action

In the late evening hours of last Tuesday there was a violent discussion between two men in the Evershagen district of Evershagen. Around 10:30 p.m. the police were called to a supermarket, where a dispute between a 36-year-old and a 42-year-old man escalated. Initally Began the Conflict as a verbal argument, escalating rapidly into physical violence. Witnesses reported that the aggression went out of the younger man who repeatedly beat and hit his older opponent.

It was striking that the suspect started a telescopic stroke in the discussion, which increased the brutality of the situation. The blows led to injuries to the 42-year-old, who then had to be taken to the hospital in order to be medical care. Such incidents throw a light on the increasing potential for violence, which can be observed, especially in disputes between men.

Alcohol consumption as a factor

As the investigations by the criminal police showed, the 36-year-old was heavily drunk at the time of the incident. A preliminary breath alcohol test resulted in an alarming value of 1.79 per thousand. This indicates that the suspect may not be able to correctly assess the consequences of his actions. As part of the investigation, a blood sample was also taken to determine the exact alcohol content.

Due to the confiscated sports equipment, such incidents often show a changed security awareness in society. As an everyday means of violence, the telescopic stroke in public perception should not be downplayed. He stands for a worrying tendency to use weapons in disputes that may have been carried out verbally beforehand.

The role of the police

The Austrian authorities reacted immediately and started the investigation after the incident. The investigations arranged focus on clarifying the exact circumstances and questioning possible witnesses of the event. Such missions are routine for the police, but at the same time illustrate the challenges with which the emergency services are faced. In such cases, the need for a quick and effective reaction is of immense importance to prevent further violence.

The arguments under the influence of alcohol are an important topic in society. More prevention work could help to avoid such drastic incidents. Especially against the background that alcohol consumption often plays a role in disputes, it remains to be hoped that such incidents will no longer be common.

legal foundations for bodily harm

In Germany, assault in the Criminal Code (StGB) is defined in § 223. This paragraph states that someone who physically violates another can be punished with a prison sentence of up to five years or a fine. If the bodily harm is more serious, such as the use of a dangerous tool, the penalties can be increased in accordance with Section 224 of the Criminal Code.

The use of weapons or dangerous objects, as in this case the telescopic stroke, would significantly tighten the legal consequences for the perpetrator. The criminal consequences can therefore result in a prison sentence of up to ten years. The legal assessment of the crime depends essentially on the severity of the injuries and the means used.

alcohol consumption and violent behavior

There are numerous studies that demonstrate a connection between alcohol consumption and aggressive behavior. Alcohol can lower the inhibition thresholds and lead to people acting more impulsive and less controlled. According to an investigation by the "Federal Center for Health Education" (BZGA), about 40% of violence in Germany are alcohol due to alcohol.

An increased aggression potential under the influence of alcohol is not only an individual risk, but also a social problem. The police and prevention programs are trying to counteract this phenomenon through education and targeted interventions in order to reduce the dangers of excessive alcohol consumption.

The role of the police in violence prevention

The police play a crucial role in violence prevention and the education about the consequences of aggression. Through various programs and initiatives, the police try to raise awareness of the causes of violence and to anchor prevention measures among the population.

In Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, for example, there are special projects that deal with the information about dealing with conflicts and violence. These programs are primarily aimed at young people and young adults in order to prevent violence against violence in public and in the home environment. Such initiatives are crucial to improve the social climate in the cities and to reduce the likelihood of violent arguments.

The present act shows how important ongoing measures to prevent violence in order not only to counter such incidents, but also to avoid them from the outset.