Early discussion on Kerwe in Sulzbach: Police are looking for witnesses

Early discussion on Kerwe in Sulzbach: Police are looking for witnesses

Violence on the Kerwe: Effects on the local community in Sulzbach

28.07.2024 - 09:19

The series of events "Kerwe" in Sulzbach, which attracts numerous visitors, was overshadowed by a violent discussion on Sunday night. This incident illustrates the challenges with which local events are confronted, especially with regard to the safety of the participants.

Details on the argument

In early Sunday morning at 02:41 a.m., the police informed about a physical argument that occurred on the Kerwe site. It turned out on site that tensions between two groups had always occurred. Despite a first arbitration by a security employee, there was a violent assault near the Carl Orff primary school, in which two 22-year-old men were injured by three unknown perpetrators. The perpetrators were able to flee undetected before the police arrived.

The community reacts

According to the incident, the question arises as to how such violent acts can be prevented in the future. Local organizers, citizens and security forces agree that an increased presence of the law enforcement officers and preventive measures such as de -escalation training for security employees are necessary to ensure a safe environment for all participants. The police are now looking for witnesses who can provide information about the fleeting perpetrators in order to determine the background of the argument.

meaning for security at events

This incident throws a light on a broader problem in connection with security at public events. Violence and disputes can not only damage the image of the event, but also undermine the trust of the community into the security of such events. The organizers are now facing the challenge of taking measures to ensure a safe and peaceful atmosphere in the future.

call for help

The police asks everyone who can provide information about the incident or the fleeting perpetrators to report on 06201/10030. The commitment of the municipality and the cooperation with the security authorities are crucial to prevent such incidents and to strengthen the sense of community in Sulzbach.

Please ask:

Police Headquarters Mannheim
Tim Bruder
Email: mannheim.pp@polizei.bwl.de

Original content from: Police Headquarters Mannheim, transmitted by News Aktuell

- Nag