Federal President Steinmeier at Memorial event after fatal knife attack on police officers
Citizens commemorate the killed Police officers in Mannheim
In Mannheim, passers-by Flowers and lit candles for the slain police officer Rouven Laur. A moment of silence was held at 11:34 a.m. to commemorate the tragic incident.
Prominent politicians take part in memorial event
In addition to Federal President Steinmeier, Baden-Württemberg's Prime Minister Kretschmann and the State Interior Minister Strobl are expected to attend the memorial event on the market square. The presence of high-ranking politicians shows the seriousness of the occasion.
Tightening of criminal law after attack on police officers
Following the incident, Federal Justice Minister Buschmann announced that criminal law would be tightened, particularly in the case of attacks on police officers and volunteers. The measures were decided in consultation with Chancellor Scholz and are intended to provide greater protection in the future.
Political discussions and counter-events
The AfD has planned a rally against Islamism for the evening, while several counter-demonstrations are to take place. The events also raise political questions that are being discussed in public.
Source: Deutschlandfunk, 07.06.2024
Source: nachrichten.ag
