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German officials demand illegal fireworks ban after five deaths

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Last updated: 2025/01/03 at 12:03 PM
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Germany experienced a chaotic and deadly New Year’s Eve celebration, with five people killed across the country and over 400 arrests in Berlin alone. Officials are now facing questions on how to control the chaos that unfolded during the festivities.

The use of illegal fireworks has been highlighted as a major concern, with officials calling for restrictions on these explosives and harsher sentences for those attacking emergency personnel. The use of “kugelbomben” or bullet bombs, which are restricted to professional firework displays, resulted in numerous injuries, including 17 in Berlin alone. There were calls for stricter border controls to limit the import of illegal pyrotechnics from neighbouring countries like Poland and the Czech Republic.

Fatal accidents from fireworks are not new in Germany, where limited timeframes are set for the use of these explosives on New Year’s Eve. The majority of deaths and injuries are attributed to illegal or DIY fireworks, which are often promoted on social media platforms. The chaos extended beyond the civilian population, with emergency personnel facing attacks involving fireworks during the celebrations. In Berlin alone, 400 people were arrested following confrontations that left 30 police officers injured.

The brutality of the New Year’s Eve chaos has drawn strong reactions from officials, with calls for tougher penalties for those attacking emergency services. Federal Interior Minister Nancy Faeser suggested implementing a draft law that would impose five years imprisonment for individuals targeting police officers, paramedics, or doctors. The aim is to approve this law before the national elections in February to ensure the safety of emergency responders in the future.

The severity of injuries from fireworks this year has raised concerns among hospital officials, with reports of small children being brought in with serious injuries caused by these explosive devices. The impact of the chaos was felt across Germany, with fatal accidents and injuries stemming from both legal and illegal use of fireworks. The need for stricter regulations and border controls to limit the import of illegal pyrotechnics is a key focus for politicians in the aftermath of the New Year’s Eve celebrations.

The indiscriminate use of dangerous explosives such as bullet bombs poses a significant risk to public safety during these celebrations. The annual incidents of violence and injuries on New Year’s Eve have been described as “almost unbearable” by officials in Saxony. The need to address these challenges and prevent future instances of chaos requires a multi-faceted approach, including stricter regulations, harsher penalties, and increased border controls to limit the availability of illegal fireworks.

Moving forward, it will be crucial for German authorities to take decisive action to ensure the safety of both civilians and emergency personnel during future New Year’s Eve celebrations. By implementing stricter regulations and enforcing harsher penalties for those endangering public safety, officials can work towards preventing the tragic incidents that marred this year’s festivities. It is imperative for Germany to address the root causes of the chaos, including the illegal use of fireworks and attacks on emergency workers, to create a safer environment for all individuals during the holiday season.

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