Oktoberfest will be held in Munich from Saturday, September 21 to Sunday, October 6. Munich’s Oktoberfest is the largest beer festival in the world, attracting approximately six million visitors.
During the event, many attendees have been involved in criminal incidents. Last year, a total of 1,093 crimes were reported at the venue, and the police were dispatched 1,854 times (an average of 103 times per day). The main crimes included 268 cases of assault and battery, 793 sexual offenses (including rape), 368 drug-related crimes, and 143 pickpocketing incidents.
Large-scale events like Oktoberfest, which attract a significant number of attendees, may become targets for both terrorism and general crimes, requiring heightened vigilance.
- Reconfirm that “this is not Japan.”
- Stay informed with the latest updates.
- Avoid carrying large amounts of cash or valuables.
- Refrain from wearing flashy clothing or engaging in conspicuous behavior.
- Pay attention to your surroundings, and if you notice any suspicious individuals or objects, leave the area immediately.
Related URLs:
- Munich City Website
Oktoberfest 2024: Die große ÜbersichtAuf geht's zur Wiesn – Termin, Programm, Tippswww.muenchen.de - Munich Police Website
Die Bayerische Polizei - Wiesn WikiWissen, Wiesn, WiesnWiki, Wikiwww.polizei.bayern.de
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