Firearms operations in Munich: Alarming incidents shake the city!

Firearms operations in Munich: Alarming incidents shake the city!

A disturbing incident occurred in Munich's Maxvorstadt on October 3, 2025, which the police classified as self-harm. Witnesses reported a 33-year-old man who injured his stomach with a gun. The professional fire brigade secured the weapon while the emergency services took the seriously injured man to hospital. Initial investigations conducted by Commissariat 14 indicate that there was no external influence. A witness collection center and forensic measures have been set up to clarify further details. Bavaria Police states that this case was part of several police operations in the same week.

What is particularly striking is that the number of fatal police shots in Germany set a new record in 2024. There have been a total of 22 cases this year, the highest since the survey began in 1977. This number raises questions about the use of firearms by police officers, particularly in light of the growing challenges of violent crime. An international comparison shows that while 1,164 people died from police shooting in the USA, only three cases were documented in Great Britain. [ZDF].

Further incidents in Munich

But there was excitement not only in Maxvorstadt. On October 4, 2025, a witness reported rioters in an apartment in Obermenzing. A 66-year-old man was secured and taken to a psychiatric clinic with minor injuries. There was also an argument in a supermarket parking lot in Obersendling in which a 44-year-old man was found with a blank pistol. Although the emergency services recovered the weapon, there were minor injuries - but everyone involved was ultimately released. Other security-related offenses in Munich also include several cases of drug possession during the Oktoberfest. Bavaria Police provides information about security services and arrests in connection with narcotics.

Police are also dealing with reports of attempted upskirting and assault during Oktoberfest. One incident occurred when a 45-year-old man injured a 27-year-old woman with a beer mug, which ultimately led to several arrests.

Statistics and outlook

Regarding the general situation regarding the use of firearms in Germany, it should be noted that, according to Cilip, the statistics are published annually in the spring. In addition to injuries and deaths, these also include cases of unauthorized use of firearms and suicides by police officers. To date, these figures have only been provided upon request, underscoring the need for transparency in policing.

The current developments and incidents in Munich show that the city is not immune to the larger discussion about security and violence in Germany. More and more voices are calling for a deeper examination of the issue and better training for officials in dealing with critical situations.