Neuwied: drug razy and thefts shake the city!

Neuwied: drug razy and thefts shake the city!

On January 19, 2025, the police in Neuwied reported several noteworthy incidents that give an insight into the current situation of the security situation in the region. On January 17, a 33-year-old driver in Neuwied, in the Niederbieber district, was noticed during a traffic control. He was found to have drug abnormalities, a test resulted in a positive result on THC. The driver states that he has consumed marijuana and was brought to the blood test. Such incidents are not isolated, but are in the context of a nationwide increase in drug offenses.

On the same night, another event was reported to the city of Block, where officials had to intervene due to resting disorders. A 25-year-old man and a 37-year-old woman aggressively reacted against the enforcement officers and had to be taken into police custody. An official was slightly injured, which underlines the problems with social violence.

security situation in Neuwied and nationwide trends

The incidents in Neuwied are not just isolated cases. In 2022, the German police recorded a total of 346,877 drug offenses, which represents an increase of 1.8 % compared to the previous year. With a share of around two thirds, cannabis remains the most common drug in these crimes, which underlines the importance of the topic. [BKA] reports that 207,563 drug offenses were registered in connection with cannabis in 2023.

The evaluation of crime statistics shows that 2022 of 987 drug offenses can be assumed in Neuwied. This is based on a high information rate of 93 %. Unfortunately, the trends are worrying, since the number of drug -related deaths in 2023 rose to 2,227, an increase of 11.9 % compared to the previous year. [Presseportal] emphasizes that mixed consumption in particular leads to a dramatic increase in deaths.

different incidents and the reactions of the authorities

In addition to the drug offenses, there were other incidents that the police employed. On January 18, there was a traffic accident on the B42 with a truck that collided with the protection plank. All three tires burst on the right, which led to a half -side closure of Engersgaustraße until around 6:00 a.m. These types of incidents show the need for efficient traffic monitoring and security.

On the same day, a 49-year-old man was also drafted on Bendorfer Strasse with 1.55 per thousand and tried to escape control. His driver's license was confiscated. In this context, the police again turned to the public to raise awareness of the dangers of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs.

In the youth hostel Leutesdorf, a fire alarm system occurred when a fire detector was triggered without actual fire. The police appeal to possible witnesses to report.

Development in Neuwied is part of a larger trend in which both increased police controls and initiatives are necessary to improve public security. The statistics show that drugs and violent crimes are still the focus of the investigation and require appropriate measures.