Tires thrown from roof terrace – Bludenz police are looking for witnesses!

Tires thrown from roof terrace – Bludenz police are looking for witnesses!

On August 24, 2025, at around 5:05 p.m., a dangerous incident occurred in Bludenz, Vorarlberg. Unknown people threw a car tire and rim from a roof terrace onto the street at Rathausgasse 3. The tire fell from a height of about ten meters and hit the sidewalk with a loud bang. He caused significant damage to the display window of a neighboring shop. Fortunately, there were passers-by nearby at the time, but there were no injuries. The police emphasize that it was very fortunate that no one was seriously injured and are now looking for witnesses who can provide information about the unknown perpetrators.

The investigators point out that the roof terrace can be reached via several entrances and is also clearly visible from neighboring houses. Witnesses who saw something or can provide information about the incidents are asked to contact the Bludenz police. The police telephone number is +43 (0) 59 133 8100. The condition of the tire made it impossible to remove it immediately as it initially remained on the road.

Urban security in Bludenz

This incident raises questions about urban safety, an issue that is affecting more and more cities. According to a report by the Federal Agency for Civic Education, urban space and security often have many faces. The perception of urban spaces varies greatly and leads to different views on security and order. Cities are often considered confusing and can pose potential threats.

In this context, the police have a responsibility to ensure security and create secure public spaces. Incidents like the one in Bludenz make it clear that cooperation between different actors, including the police and regulatory authorities, is essential for averting danger and preventing crime. Challenges such as demographic change and social polarization make it necessary to develop new security concepts that also include technological innovations.

The responsibility of municipal actors to protect Görürgers from everyday threats and to ensure smooth operations in public spaces continues to be a central issue. The incident in Bludenz is a reminder of how necessary a good security concept is in urban areas in order to prevent such dangerous situations in the future.