Neustadt in view: session for crime statistics and new projects!

Neustadt in view: session for crime statistics and new projects!

On Monday, May 5, 2025, a public meeting will take place in the Citizens' Hall of the Neustadt district, Hoyerswerdaer Straße 3 in Dresden. The beginning is scheduled at 5:30 p.m. At the center of the session is the evaluation of the criminal policy situation in the Neustadt district, presented by district manager Jürgen Kunath. The crime statistics are treated as a central topic.

Current data show a decline in total crime in the Neustadt. According to a report by Jankosyk it was found in the meeting of the district council in 2018 compared to the previous year, with the event as before Represent crimes. In addition, the increase in drug offenses is pointed out, which are caused by increased police controls. Cannabis remains the most common drug.

funding applications and events

In the course of the session, numerous funding applications for cultural and social events are also dealt with in the district. A highlight is the planned event "Let’s Share One Umbrella" on March 14, 2025, for which 1,000 euros were requested. Further remarkable projects include:

• ** Zuckerfest **: April 2, 2025, funding of 275 euros.
• ** Diwo Werkwoche 2025 **: 12th to May 17th, 2025, funding of 3,000 euros.
• ** summer festival at the old Leipzig train station **: 22nd to August 24, 2025, funding of 9,900 euros.
• ** Summer music theater in the slopes **: Production "Die Prinzen role", promoted 5,000 euros.
• ** Art Days 2025 **: 19th to 23rd November 2025, funding of 4,100 euros.

In addition, measures are provided that support the integration of refugees. The Asylum and Integration Department 2022 comprises a total of 61 measures and illustrates that integration is emphasized as a joint process. In this context, the specialist plan has achieved 15 yes votes, with a single no voice from the Afd.

A look at the crime statistics

A comprehensive overview of the crime in Dresden shows that 47,439 crimes were registered throughout 2023. This number is at a stable level compared to previous years. Among the registered crimes, thefts make up 39.5 percent, while drug crime with 1,892 cases remains constant, which indicates a high clarification rate of 98.2 percent. Theft and noise criminal offenses are the most common and difficult points for the police, as Saxony reported.

The statistical surveys also illustrate a worrying increase in predatory crimes by 34.8 percent, which shows a clear need for action to improve security and trust in law enforcement. Young suspects are also increasingly represented in violent crimes, which may also indicate the social challenges in the city.

The session on May 5 not only offers an insight into the current challenges of the fight against crime, but also shows the efforts to promote local projects and integrate in the Neustadt.