Security check for Christmas markets: Police ensure protection to Magdeburg

Security check for Christmas markets: Police ensure protection to Magdeburg

After the terrible attack on the Christmas market in Magdeburg, in which four people were killed and 41 were seriously injured, cities throughout Germany draw the consequences. In Baden-Württemberg in particular, there are now comprehensive reviews of the security concepts on Christmas markets. Police President Uwe Stürmer announced that the security measures in cities such as Ravensburg, Friedrichshafen and Saulgau will be adjusted. Among other things, it is checked whether large vehicles can be used as barriers to access roads to ensure the safety of visitors. "The event in Magdeburg is disturbing, we have prepared for precisely such scenarios," emphasized Stürmer, like Wa.de reported.

stricter security precautions in Bavaria

In Bavaria, the authorities also react to tragic events. Interior Minister Joachim Herrmann announced that the police will increase their presence at the Christmas markets. Although there are currently no specific hazard reports for the Bavarian markets, the existing security concepts are reinforced again. For example, measures such as a ban on wearing knives are already in force. In addition, the city of Bayreuth plans a minute's silence as a sign of compassion for the victims of the attack, which further underlines the seriousness of the situation. Herrmann explained: "The terrible events at the Christmas market in Magdeburg shakes us deeply", as