Oktoberfest madness: Sad incidents and shine to conclude the final!
Oktoberfest madness: Sad incidents and shine to conclude the final!
In Munich, the city is not still despite the Oktoberfest. The traditional celebrations that lure thousands into the Bavarian capital have brought not only happy moments, but also terrifying incidents. The end of the Oktoberfest is overshadowed by a dark shadow, since a alleged crime in the crossbow protection tent is reported, where a 25-year-old may have been victim of rape.
In the middle of the happiness, there was also an unstable situation when a discussion of security forces led to several British citizens being custody. Such incidents take a cloudy look at the Oktoberfest, which should offer more than just beer and pretzels.
memory of victims
At the same time, an important commemoration took place on Marienplatz. There the names of 1654 victims from Israel were read out. These serious ceremonies, which are guided by volunteers, are reminiscent of the terrible deeds of the war. Even if it is a moment of suffering, it offers people the chance to commemorate and reflect. In the evening, a survivor of the massacre will share their history in the nearby synagogue, which underlines the importance of this commemoration.
The complexity of the situation is further reinforced by the simultaneous celebration of a pro-Palestinian group that chose the “resistance” as a topic. This shows that the social tensions in and around Munich are also present in the context of the Oktoberfest and cannot be ignored.
urban development and crime
The police are also faced with a wave of attacks. A group of young men attacked a 34-year-old cyclist in the Glockenbach district and brutally beaten up while he was lying on the ground. The authorities call up the public for help to stop such violent acts and make the city safer.
Deutsche Bahn is also affected, with considerable restrictions on the routes to Zurich and Salzburg, which means that many travelers are restricted in their mobility. The incidents and developments of the past few days show that, despite its cultural wealth and solemn Oktoberfest, Munich is faced with challenges that require a deeper examination of social and economic questions.
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