Safety at Bremen Christmas markets: Police increased presence after attack

Safety at Bremen Christmas markets: Police increased presence after attack

After a tragic attack on the Christmas market in Magdeburg, the authorities in Bremen and Bremerhaven strengthen their security measures in the markets there. The brutal attack has not only overthrew entire families in mourning, but also brought security in the foreground on the beautiful Christmas markets in the Hanseatic city. "My deep sympathy applies to the families of the fatalities, the numerous seriously injured and all other affected people as well as their relatives," said Bremen Senator Ulrich Mäurer (SPD) according to a message from the Borkener Zeitung .

Although the risk situation in Bremen was classified as unchanged, the police want to increase its presence and responsiveness. The additional safety precautions include the use of police officers in uniform as well as civil, video surveillance and for the first time vehicle barriers to offer market visitors better protection. The numerous stands in the city center remain open, and the city administration is determined to ensure a safe festival despite the worrying incidents, as in a report by t-online

memorial event planned

In the afternoon there will be a memorial event in the Bremen city center, in which Bremen Mayor Andreas Bovenschulte will also take part. This event is intended to set a sign of solidarity with the victims and their relatives from Magdeburg. "May the injuries quickly get well again and hopefully don't die more people," said Mäurer in an understanding tone.