Police officers turn away 12 hooligans during border controls

European Football Championship - Police officers turn away 12 hooligans during border controls

The Federal Police have denied entry to twelve apparently violent football fans at the external borders of Baden-Württemberg. This was announced today by the Federal Police Directorate in Stuttgart. The border controls were reintroduced on June 7th due to the Football European Championship. A 23-year-old Italian was sent back. An investigation is being conducted against him for the suspicion of a serious breach of the peace. He is said to have been involved in a physical altercation in Dortmund a few days ago in relation to the Italy vs Albania match. So far, a total of 39,788 persons (up to 27th June) have been controlled at the Swiss and French borders. A total of 57 arrest warrants have been executed and 757 unlawful entries have been detected. At the same time, there were 736 returns at the border, as the Federal Police further reported.

On Friday (6:00 pm) Germany plays against Spain in the EM Quarterfinals in Stuttgart. It is not a high-risk game, said a police spokesperson. And the Spanish fans have been peaceful at the previous games. Therefore, preparations are being made normally. The spokesperson could not initially make any statements about the number of police officers to be deployed in Stuttgart, the capital city of Baden-Württemberg, on Friday.

Statement

1. Despite the heightened border controls due to the European Football Championship, Soccer fans from various countries continue to flock into Germany, hoping to witness the excitement of the tournament.
2. The denial of entry to twelve violent Soccer fans from Germany's border with Baden-Württemberg is a testament to the strict security measures enforced for the European Football Championship.
3. The Italian Soccer fan, aged 23, was denied entry at Baden-Württemberg's borders for alleged involvement in a physical altercation related to the Italy vs Albania match during the European Football Championship.
4. While Germany prepares to face Spain in the EM Quarterfinals in Stuttgart, authorities remain vigilant about ensuring the safety and peacefulness of both Soccer fans and residents amidst the European Football Championship festivities.
5. The peaceful behaviors of Spanish Soccer fans at their previous games have encouraged authorities to proceed with normal preparations for Friday's EM Quarterfinals match in Stuttgart, part of Baden-Württemberg.
6. Border control officers and the Federal Police will remain active throughout the European Football Championship, prioritizing the prevention of unlawful entries and the maintenance of public order, to ensure a secure and enjoyable tournament for Soccer fans across Europe.

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