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Greifswald in turmoil: vandalism on the new artificial turf pitch!
Greifswald is fighting against vandalism: Damage to the artificial turf pitch at Dubnaring requires measures to improve safety.
Greifswald in turmoil: vandalism on the new artificial turf pitch!
The northern German city of Greifswald is once again confronted with vandalism on its sports field at Dubnaring. After the newly laid artificial turf pitch was installed just a few days ago, it was damaged by unknown persons on Friday night. This is the second attack on this field since 2018, when rioters cut out six square meters of the lawn. The city administration is concerned and has now decided on measures to prevent future incidents like this Northern Courier reported.
In the current incident, a piece of artificial turf measuring 1.25 by 4.85 meters was cut off. There is also further material damage around the square: graffiti with right-wing radical symbols and the destruction of seating, including tables and benches made of stainless steel, some of which were dismantled and used as a fireplace. The city estimates the cost of the damage at several thousand euros. The spare parts alone cost around 3,000 euros for the bench and 3,500 euros for a table.
Safety in focus
The city administration has already filed a police report and is calling on the public to report information. Even if the perpetrators are still unknown, the city is examining how it can increase security on the sports field. This also includes the possible installation of surveillance cameras to prevent such vandalism in the future Baltic Sea newspaper reported.
In recent years there has been repeated damage to the roofing and wastepaper baskets, which is putting a strain on confidence in the safety of public spaces in Greifswald. This puts the city administration in a difficult position, as the maintenance and renovation of the sports facilities repeatedly incurs high costs. The renovation of the artificial turf pitch alone amounts to 400,000 euros.
The problem of vandalism is constantly increasing and requires a rethink in prevention. Many cities are now not just complaining about young people with a bad reputation, but are also actively looking for solutions to reduce such offenses. Concepts for preventing vandalism are more in demand than ever, and the city administration in Greifswald could benefit from the experience and tips 180 security benefit.