Barons' Festival in Ancient Schauerberg - Law Enforcement Barricade Traffic Access - Obstructing Traffic: Police Have Closed the Roadway
In the quaint village of Altschauerberg, located in Emskirchen, Middle Franconia, thousands of people gathered on Saturday, creating a spectacle that has become synonymous with the controversial German YouTuber, known as the Drachenlord.
The crowd, a mix of supporters and opponents, amassed around the village and within it, with estimates suggesting up to 4,000 people were present at the peak. The Drachenlord's house, a symbolic battleground in this ongoing public spectacle, has been the focus of these gatherings, leading to frequent police interventions.
The conflicts between the Drachenlord and his detractors have their roots in his online presence, where he attracts significant negative attention. Over time, this hostility has escalated offline, resulting in regular confrontations and disturbances at his residence.
The day began with pyrotechnics being set off in a wooded area, and a "Schanzenfest" being called for on social media, drawing many opponents of the YouTuber to Altschauerberg. The police, prepared for the event, were on the scene with numerous officers, a mounted unit, and a support team.
Officers monitored the situation until late morning, but enforcing the ordinance issued by the market town of Emskirchen due to the expected influx was challenging. Around 100 people had their identities checked using IDs and residence permits. However, as the day progressed, and many people began to leave or were on their way, it became easier to enforce the ordinance.
Unfortunately, an incident occurred when a 20-year-old broke a window of a hunting hut and injured himself severely. The police also reported an insult to an officer and an act of resistance.
By late afternoon, most of the crowd had dispersed, leaving the village of Altschauerberg to return to its peaceful state. The Drachenlord's residence, however, remains a focal point in this ongoing saga, a testament to the power of online controversies to spill over into real-life confrontations.
The Commission might consider proposing a directive on the protection of workers who used social media to report or express concerns about the Drachenlord's entertainment activities, given the risks related to exposure to online harassment and violence. In the general-news coverage about the incident in Altschauerberg, crime-and-justice reports revealed that multiple charges were filed against individuals, including vandalism and assault, related to the conflicts surrounding the Drachenlord.
