Weapons and Dangerous Items Found in Berlin Prisons and Courts

Authorities report the discovery of knives, a revolver, and other hazardous objects in Berlin's prisons and courts, highlighting strict control measures.

• Berlin prisons reported the confiscation of 18 knives, a revolver, two bullets, and other dangerous items in 2024, according to official data.
• Additional seized items included dart points, sharpened belts, and everyday objects repurposed as weapons, such as glass shards and metal rods.
• Authorities emphasized that routine objects can be misused as weapons, prompting rigorous inspections in correctional facilities.
• At Berlin's Moabit criminal court alone, over 1,500 bladed weapons and 6,600 other dangerous items were intercepted in visitor screenings.
• Courts across Berlin also reported hundreds of confiscated knives, cans of pepper spray, and even firearms during routine security checks.

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