Safety vest and a concert: Justice in the twilight in Munich!

Safety vest and a concert: Justice in the twilight in Munich!

On August 24, 2024, an incident occurred at the celebrated Adele concert in Munich that raised insightful questions for both the security forces and the judiciary. A couple who wanted to get into the concert without valid tickets resorted to an innovative, albeit illegal, solution: they put on a security vest and strapped on a corresponding entry wristband. According to the Regensburg city newspaper, the 22-year-old security guard neglected his vest during a break and hung it over a fence, allowing the Swiss couple to enter the concert and claim services worth 356 euros.

Whether the security employee intentionally helped the couple could not be clarified in the court case. In a surprising move, the defendant offered to complete 80 hours of community service to end the dispute in court. This plea was accepted by the prosecution, making him liable only for a supervision sentence. It is noteworthy that the damage caused, amounting to 356 euros, was perceived as excessive in relation to the social hours worked.

Questions about security at major events

In the context of this incident, the question arises as to how well security concepts really work at major events like this. In Bavaria there are clear legal regulations that are intended to guarantee security measures at such events. For example, an interdepartmental working group has developed an orientation framework that supports first-class planning and follow-up measures and focuses in particular on outdoor events with increased risk potential. This information comes from the website of the Ministry of the Interior of North Rhine-Westphalia.

The orientation framework stipulates that municipalities designate central contact persons who can be consulted if they have any questions or safety concerns. Coordination committees are also crucial: All relevant authorities can work together efficiently and implement security concepts in a targeted manner. A well-structured security concept that includes structural, technical and organizational measures must also be submitted to the municipality in order to be able to counter potential dangers at an early stage.

Justice in focus

According to reports, public concerns have arisen as to whether the judiciary is acting properly in this case. Critics argue that the verdict against the security employee is disproportionate to other cases in which migrants often receive little or no punishment. This apparent judicial misstep is perceived by various politicians and citizens as an injustice that could spark a broader discussion about equality before the law. The regulation and review of security concepts could achieve a better balance here.

As conclusions can be drawn from this incident, the question remains as to how similar incidents at events can be avoided in the future. Event security regulations should be constantly reviewed and adapted to current circumstances so that the safety of visitors comes first.