Weapons ban in train stations: GdP calls for urgent regulations!

Weapons ban in train stations: GdP calls for urgent regulations!

The discussion about security measures in local public transport (public transport) in Germany is increasingly gaining dynamics. The police union (GdP) recently spoken out for a general ban on weapons in train stations, trains and buses. This would be a reaction to the increasing security concerns of travelers. GdP boss Andreas Roßkopf criticized the inconsistent regulations in the individual federal states and called for a nationwide solution.

In Hesse there are already clear regulations: In cities such as Dieburg, Hanau and Gelnhausen, there is a strict ban on weapons at train stations. In contrast, the cities of Miltenberg and Aschaffenburg have not implemented a uniform ban. At the Aschaffenburg Central Station, there was a weapon ban over the holidays, which has now been lifted again. Currently, carrying weapons in Aschaffenburg is only prohibited in public green areas.

more and more violent crime

The GdP refers to the increasing violent crime around train stations, whereby the Aschaffenburg main station in particular is considered stressful. This is where police are called for missions. The shift in the drug scene from the Schöntalpark to the Bahnhofsviertel is particularly alarming. Roßkopf sees urgent need for action to ensure the safety of travelers.

In addition, the GdP emphasizes that there is currently only a general ban on weapons in long -distance transport, while the regulations in regional local transport networks vary greatly. However, cities like Berlin are planning to introduce a comprehensive weapons and knife ban in all local transport. Baden-Württemberg also thinks about similar measures.

challenge of the uniform regulations

The GdP hopes for a uniform regulation in dealing with weapons in public transport from the upcoming Interior Ministers' Conference. While progress is made in Hesse and Berlin, the Bavarian authorities do not want uniform requirements nationwide. Instead, leave the orders to the individual communities and district offices.

In Schleswig-Holstein, there is already a ban on carrying weapons in local transport. In addition, 38 general orders nationwide were issued nationwide, which restrict the implementation of dangerous objects. This represents a significant increase compared to the nine orders in 2022.

As a further example, Hamburg serves where a new ban was implemented for weapons and knives in local transport. This ban, which includes a variety of weapons, is intended to increase the subjective and objective security in public transport. The regulation not only refers to subways and buses, but also to train stations and stops. The police are planning shared focus on the monitoring of these new regulations. Hamburg's Andy Grote the passengers have the highest priority.

It remains to be seen whether the GdP's claims are heard and which measures are actually implemented nationwide. The need for security of the travelers is increasingly recognized as a decisive factor for the use of public transport. The current developments show that the need for action is urgent.