Ulm: Man shoots on the district office - indictment for aggression

Ulm: Man shoots on the district office - indictment for aggression

The shots on the district office of the Alb-Donau district in Ulm on December 22, 2023, greater the increasing violence against public institutions. The incident occurred early in the morning when a 45-year-old man out of Blaustein fired on the windows of the office with a semi-automatic weapon, which led to an estimated damage of over 5,000 euros.

background of the incident

The accused, who is already a criminal record for violent offenses and is in a probation program, claimed to pick up a residence permit. However, this was denied to him without an appointment, which apparently led him to the violent step. The public prosecutor has raised charges and accuses him of the intentional and unauthorized leadership of a weapon and property damage. The accused denies the allegations, but will remain relevant for the time being.

reactions of the authorities

District Administrator Heiner Scheffold has classified the incident as a “new quality of aggression”. This assessment illustrates the concerns of the authorities on the security of employees in public institutions. Scheffold emphasized that such crimes should be pursued with all hardness to set a clear signal against violence.

effects on the community

The shots not only caused material damage, but also massively impaired the event of security of the workforce. The incident has initiated a discussion about the security measures in public offices. The district administration is already planning to strengthen the security measures in their facilities in order to prevent future incidents and to ensure a safe working environment for employees.

safety precautions in the public service

The increasing violence against official institutions is part of a worrying trend. More and more public departments are faced with threats and aggression. These developments require new strategies for security and protection for employees to maintain the integrity and functionality of public institutions.

- Nag