Daring Climber Refuses to Pay €12K for Stadium Stunt
Climbing enthusiast files lawsuit over alleged 12,000 euro charge by stadium authorities - European Legislative Bodies Approve Joint Decision
In a move that's got everyone talking, a bold climber from Osnabrück is pushing back against a hefty police bill for his daring rooftop exploit during last June's Euro 2020 quarter-final match at Dortmund's football stadium. The youthful adventurer has taken his fight to the administrative court in Gelsenkirchen, challenging the approximately €12,000 bill sent by Dortmund police for the costs incurred during the operation.
According to court sources, the lawsuit (case number 17 K 3525/25) was filed following the man's lawyer's brief, which was officially received by the court on a recent Friday. The Dortmund police have demanded a Grand total of €12,076.93 from the daredevil.
Sowhy such a hefty sum? A total of 108 officers, including a special forces unit (SEK), were involved in the operation, with a whopping €9,973.00 earmarked for the personnel costs of the deployed officers. Other costs included the examination and seizure of the climber's backpack, as well as the deployment of a police helicopter. Prior to this, the young man had only been fined €1,050 for the offense of trespassing.
It seems the climber was found under the stadium during the Germany vs. Denmark match. Apparently, he climbed up the night before to capture some memorable shots. According to media reports, he is associated with the "roofing" scene - a clique of adrenaline junkies who crave climbing to great heights. The climber was apprehended again in October at the Ulm Minster.
When the fee notice arrived, the man's lawyer made it crystal clear that he would contest the charge. Security forces were already on site during the incident, in any case.
Keywords:
- Police
- Dortmund
- Osnabrück
- Gelsenkirchen
- Stadium climb
- Euro 2020
- Administrative court
- German Press Agency
Background:
It's worth noting that similar incidents, involving individuals looking for unauthorized stadium access or daring high-altitude climbs, have led to significant legal and administrative costs in Germany. In such cases, authorities recover costs incurred due to situations where individuals intentionally disrupt public order or necessitate emergency services, including fees for police deployment, public safety management, and related expenses. These costs are usually covered by laws regulating public order and security, which permit authorities to claim reimbursement for the resources used.
Should the individual challenge the fee, he may argue that it's disproportionate, that his actions did not warrant the extensive police response, or that the fee calculation is incorrect. The courts would likely review the amount and the circumstances surrounding the police's involvement in the incident. However, specific details about this particular case can be found in regional legal news or court announcements. The current status and exact background of the case are not thoroughly described in the provided content.
- The climber's legal team has taken the matter of the €12,076.93 fee demanded by Dortmund police to the administrative court in Gelsenkirchen, contesting the bill for costs incurred during the operation to remove him from the Euro 2020 stadium during the Germany vs. Denmark match.
- Despite the initial fine of €1,050 for trespassing, the climber's vocational training in the "roofing" scene, a group of adrenaline junkies who crave climbing to great heights, might come into question as justification for the extensive police response and the hefty fee.
- Given the general-news trend of individuals seeking unauthorized stadium access or daring high-altitude climbs leading to significant legal and administrative costs in Germany, the climber may argue that the fee is disproportionate, that his actions did not necessitate the involvement of 108 officers, including a special forces unit, or the deployment of a police helicopter.
