Chaos in Berlin: rescue workers under pyro fire - dozens of arrests!

Chaos in Berlin: rescue workers under pyro fire - dozens of arrests!

A dramatic incident occurred in Berlin when several groups shot on cars and rescue workers with fireworks in the night of Tuesday. The districts of Neukölln and Schöneberg were particularly affected, where the police arrested a total of 52 people, including a 14-year-old. Interior Senator Iris Spranger (SPD) spoke of a massive increase in incidents with pyrotechnics. In many cases, vehicles had to bump off, which happened almost accidents, and a rescue power was injured in an operation when it was shot at in a parking lot with fireworks, as the RBB24 reported.

police and fire brigade in constant use

In connection with the New Year's preparations, there is an increased police operation: Around 4,000 police officers and 1,500 firefighters should ensure security during the upcoming celebrations on the days at the turn of the year. The Berlin fire brigade already registered an increase in fire operations on New Year's Eve; By Tuesday afternoon there were 34 missions, including several fires on cars.
The area in which the pyro attacks took place is considered a fireplace zone, and the city has announced that it will consistently take action against offenders, attack the emergency services or disrupt public life.

Meanwhile, ORF reported that a serious traffic accident claimed three injuries in Austria at around 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The emergency services were quickly on site and released one of the injured people who stuck in the vehicle. All those affected were taken to the hospital and a rescue helicopter was in use to bring the injured into medical care as quickly as possible.

All current developments show urgency and the potential for violent clashes during the upcoming New Year's Eve in Berlin. The police are faced with the challenge of ensuring security in the districts, while the reports on accidents and injuries in Austria also ring alarm bells.