Law enforcement conducted a post-terrorism debriefing
In the aftermath of the tragic terrorist attack on August 23, the Criminal Investigation Department of Criminal Prevention and Victim Protection of the Police in Solingen hosted an information event on victim care. The event, which took place at the VHS premises in Mummstraße, saw over 80 victims and witnesses in attendance.
The event was a response to the high demand for victim protection measures following the attack. Representatives from the Criminal Investigation Departments of Düsseldorf and Wuppertal, the State Victim Protection Commissioner of North Rhine-Westphalia, Barbara Havliza, Dr. Petra Viebig-Ehlert from the Federal Ministry of Justice, and network partners such as the White Ring, Accident Insurance NRW, LVR Clinic Langenfeld, Bergisches Family Center, and the emergency chaplaincy of Solingen were present.
During the event, victims had the opportunity to ask questions and express their concerns. Information was provided on victim protection measures, support services, psychosocial services, legal procedures, and other forms of assistance. The name of the person who participated as the state victim protection officer of North Rhine-Westphalia was not publicly disclosed.
The criminal police victim protection unit of the Wuppertal Police remains available as a contact and mediator at 0202 / 284 - 1801. For general inquiries, citizens can call the citizens' hotline, which is still active at 0212 / 290 - 2000.
The event was a crucial step towards providing support and care to those affected by the attack. It underscores the commitment of the authorities and organisations involved in ensuring that victims and witnesses receive the help they need during this challenging time.
