K.O. drops: men are the secret victims in Schärding

Von WOM

In the past few weeks, increasing reports on the use of knockout drops, especially Liquid Ecstasy, are published in German media. These substances are supposed to make women compliant, and some frightening messages about attacks in discos have become known. Such rumors seem to keep stubborn in Schärding, which creates a climate of uncertainty.

But a closer look at the situation shows a more complex reality. According to the victim protection association "Weißer Ring", men are actually the more frequent victims of these unscrupulous practices, although the media often focuses on women. This raises questions: Why is this discrepancy in reporting? And how is the topic dealt with in public?

The reality of the knockout drops

k.o. drops are substances that are secretly mixed in drinks in order to put the victim into a state of helplessness. In Germany, these cases are often reported in prisons, but also in clubs and bars. The victims report unwanted sexual experiences after an evening in a discotheque, which has led to a serious social problem.

While women are the standard goal of such attacks, studies by the "Weißer Ring" have shown that men are not immune to such attacks. The dynamics of these attacks are influenced by the myth, most victims are female. This leads to male victims often silence, which represents another dilemma in the area of ​​education and prevention.

The spread of such stories in Schärding leads to increased thinking about security and protection in the night scene. The authorities and clubs are required to tighten the security measures and do educational work. A rethink is also necessary in society to make the topic more transparent and to raise awareness of the protection of all people.

Developments related to the topic of knockout drops show that both gender discussions and security questions in the nightlife of a critical view require. The importance of changing perception and understanding is essential in order to offer a safe environment in the future, regardless of gender. More details on these explosive topics can be found in a report On www.meinbeinbezirk.at .