- Festival organizer contemplated various assassination plans during the event.
After the lethal stabbing incident at a local festival in Solingen, the head of Munich's Oktoberfest, Clemens Baumgärtner from the CSU party, intends to reevaluate the security plan for the Munich Oktoberfest. "Naturally, we've examined the occurrences in Solingen and will assess if any alterations are needed in our safety strategy for the Wiesn," mentioned Munich's economic affairs chief. "Solingen doesn't throw us off course entirely, and we don't need to totally revamp our plans since such scenarios are already accounted for in our security strategy. However, it would be careless not to reexamine everything once more." The areas for potential modifications will be "determined during internal consultations." The Munich Oktoberfest is globally renowned as the largest folk celebration and kicks off this year on September 21.
Authorities in North Rhine-Westphalia, where Solingen is located, have passed the stabbing attack case to the federal prosecutor's office. The suspect under investigation - an asylum seeker from Syria who was supposed to be deported - faces charges for murder and alleged affiliation to the terrorist organization Islamic State (IS).
In response to the security concerns raised by the incident in Solingen, Munich officials are considering adjustments to the safety measures for the upcoming People's Festival, more commonly known as the Munich Oktoberfest. Given the renowned status of the Oktoberfest as one of the world's largest folk celebrations, ensuring safety remains a top priority.
