Bavarian DPolG unwilling to remain complacent over strong crime statistics in police force
In a recent statement, Thorsten Grimm, the 1st deputy state chairman of the German Police Union (DPolG) in Bavaria, has called for far-reaching legal powers to address crimes in public spaces. The DPolG Bavaria's demands are driven by concerns about increased workload for the police force, particularly in relation to the decriminalization of cannabis. The DPolG Bavaria's stance on the cannabis law is influenced by the perceived need for more control activities and preventive work. Grimm considers the decriminalization of cannabis as a 'bad joke' for the police, stating that it results in more work, more control activities, and more preventive work for the police force. The DPolG Bavaria is advocating for a strengthened use of video surveillance, automated facial recognition, and AI to identify perpetrators more quickly. The union is also pushing for the strengthening of border controls, deportations, and expulsions, and a further restrictive migration and refugee policy. The DPolG Bavaria believes that the decrease in registered crimes in the cannabis area is solely due to decriminalization. They call for a consistent reversal of the cannabis law from the future federal government, in alignment with the Bavarian Interior Minister. Grimm expressed his concerns over the increasing number of non-German suspects, who now account for almost half of all suspects. He highlighted the importance of effectively protecting police officers and providing sufficient personnel to strengthen prevention and consistent prosecution to improve public safety. The DPolG Bavaria also calls for restoring trust and respect for state institutions and democracy to enhance the security feeling in public spaces. Despite the concerns, life in Bavaria, according to police crime statistics, remains very safe. However, the DPolG Bavaria's demands reflect a broader trend of police unions and law enforcement agencies worldwide, advocating for increased powers and resources to tackle crime and maintain public safety.
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