Law enforcement official Frank Hoever commands targeted investigation to address increases in pocket-picking and knife-related offenses
In an effort to enhance security in the city of Bonn and its surrounding region, Police President Frank Hoever has ordered a strategic investigation to address high crime numbers, particularly in pickpocketing and knife crime. The investigation, which begins on September 1, 2025, is initially valid for 28 days.
The strategic investigation is a preventative measure under the Police Act of the state of North Rhine-Westphalia. It includes increased police controls at crime hotspots such as Pützchens Markt, Bonn city center, and Tannenbusch district. The Pützchens Markt fair, starting on September 12, 2025, is a focus of police controls for pickpocketing within the strategic investigation. The police will also focus on the city centers of Bonn and Bad Godesberg as hotspots for pickpocketing.
During the investigation, persons can be stopped, asked for their identity, and their items and vehicles inspected. However, the authorities or persons responsible for enforcing the weapons and knife ban zone in the context of the strategic investigation procedure are typically local police and law enforcement agencies tasked with operational implementation and monitoring. The exact designated authorities or persons for this specific procedure are not detailed in the provided search results.
A weapons and knife-free zone is planned as part of the strategic investigation. The police will pay special attention to the constitutional principle of proportionality during the investigation. The individual weapons ban is a standard measure during the strategic investigation.
Video surveillance is part of the measures taken during the strategic investigation. The police are granted authority to conduct stop-and-search operations without concrete suspicion. The strategic investigation aims to combat knife crime, with increased police controls at Pützchens Markt, Bonn city center, and Tannenbusch district.
According to Police President Hoever, the strategic investigation is an essential part of efforts to increase security in Bonn and the region. The authorities encourage the public to cooperate with the police during this period to ensure a safe and enjoyable environment for all.
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