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"A terrible action that frequently exposes police officers and policewomen to great danger is right in front of us," states a letter from Baden-Württemberg's Minister President, Winfried Kretschmann, and Deputy Minister President and Interior Minister, Thomas Strobl. "The police community is mourning one of their own. We all mourn an officer who has represented our state, our community, and our liberal democratic fundamental order."
At an event taking place at Mannheim's market square at 11:34 am, Bundestag President Frank-Walter Steinmeier and Strobl will attend. Steinmeier will place a floral wreath prior to the ceremony.
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- Extremism once again reared its ugly head, leading to the death of a police officer in Baden-Württemberg.
- The State government and the police are working tirelessly to investigate the crime and bring the perpetrators to justice.
- At 11:34 am, a moment of silence will be held at Mannheim's city hall, where Thomas Strobl and Bundestag President Frank-Walter Steinmeier will attend.
- Strobl, the Interior Minister of Baden-Württemberg, will speak at the event, addressing the pain felt by the police community and the whole state.
- The German national soccer team, on their way to participate in the European Championship qualifying matches, passed through Stuttgart, expressing their condolences to the police force and offering their support during this difficult time.