Safe together: coffee meetings with the police in Villach

Safe together: coffee meetings with the police in Villach

The police invite you to a sociable event again: "Coffee with cops" takes place in Villach. After the great interest last year, this campaign will be launched on Friday, October 4, at the organic market on Hans-Gasser-Platz. On the following days, October 5th and 9th, citizens can also get into conversation at the weekly market with the policeman:

The project "Together.If Sicher - Coffee With Cops" was created to create an easy way for discussions between the police and the population. It should help to reduce prejudices and clarify questions about security issues. Gerd Maier, representative of the security and prevention coordination of the Villach police, emphasizes: "The interest was great, the campaign was a success. Our police officers: Inside, the Villacher is also available in the inside for discussions with a cozy cup of coffee." This initiative strengthens trust in the police and promotes the relationship between the citizens: inside and the law enforcement officers.

conversations in a relaxed atmosphere

City Councilor Christian Pober, who acts as a market officer, emphatically supports this low -threshold security project. "In our Villach markets, you can discuss problems and questions with a police officer in the next few days. The goal is to intensify the relationship between the population and the police and to look for solutions for problems," explains Pober. Such conversations can be crucial to improve the entire security situation in the city.

The exact dates are as follows: On Friday, October 4, between 10:30 a.m. and 1.30 p.m. you will be found at the organic market. The campaign will take place on Saturday, October 5 as part of the Thanksgiving Festival at the weekly market. Finally, on Wednesday, October 9, between 9 a.m. and 12 p.m., the opportunity to talk to the police officer: to get into conversation.

This initiative shows that the police are trying to be open and accessible. With the exchange of a cup of coffee, not only trust in the police can strengthen, but also a better understanding of the challenges that the officials are confronted with in their everyday life. The citizens: Inside, are cordially invited to address their questions and concerns in a relaxed environment.

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