European Basketball Competition - Enhanced law enforcement at the basketball finale in Berlin.
Berlin authorities have boosted their presence in response to the recent brawls between opposing basketball enthusiasts at the Euroleague Final Four. This was announced by a police official to the German Press Agency on Sunday, a day before the final matches between Fenerbahce Istanbul and Olympiakos Piraeus (starting at 5:00pm) and Real Madrid and Panathinaikos Athens (beginning at 8:00pm).
The intense battles had already started in the city on Friday and Saturday. On the latter night, fanatics supporting Athens and Piraeus went head-to-head at the Prenzlauer Allee S-Bahn station, leading to severe fights. The police spokesperson clarified that more than the initial 60 people were involved in the clash, possibly over 100. One individual sustained critical injuries as a consequence. The situation has since prompted extra emergency services to be dispatched to the Uber Arena, where the matches are being held, in addition to various locations around the city.
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- The fan group from Athens and Piraeus, known for their fiery support, were involved in a major brawl on Saturday night at the Prenzlauer Allee S-Bahn station in Berlin, leading to over 100 people participating and one individual sustaining critical injuries.
- Despite the escalating violence, the Euroleague Final Four matches between Fenerbahce Istanbul and Olympiakos Piraeus (Sunday, 5:00pm) and Real Madrid and Panathinaikos Athens (Sunday, 8:00pm) will still take place at the Uber Arena, with enhanced law enforcement and emergency services to maintain security.
- The German police have amplified their presence in Berlin ahead of the Euroleague Final Four matches in response to the recent brawls between opposing fan groups, aiming to prevent any further incidents within the competitive basketball atmosphere.
- Authorities in Berlin are encouraging fans to maintain peace and order during the Euroleague Final Four, guaranteeing a secure and enjoyable experience for supporters of both teams participating in the much-anticipated matches taking place in Germany.
- As the Final Four inches closer and tensions rise, the Berlin Police Department is collaborating with the Greek and Turkish law enforcement agencies to ensure a safe and crime-free environment in Berlin for basketball enthusiasts and Berlin residents alike throughout the weekend.
Source: www.stern.de
