Schwerin installs 24 surveillance cameras - security or illusion?

Schwerin installs 24 surveillance cameras - security or illusion?

In Schwerin, a new chapter in security policy has recently been opened. 24 new surveillance cameras were installed on Marienplatz, which are in use around the clock and were clearly placed. This measure should serve as the first step to improve the feeling of security for citizens after several threatening incidents in the past few months, such as a knife attack on the Schlosspark Center and a supposed "mass brawl" on the Dreesch. Smaller incidents also cloud the population's feeling of security.

To further increase the security standard, a mobile police station was set up in the city center. The new video surveillance on Marienplatz is the beginning, but experts and citizens agree that this measure alone is not sufficient. Above all, women express concerns about their safety when going out at night. There are also worries that crime is only shifted to non -monitored areas. A comprehensive security strategy is therefore required that acts forward -looking and across the board. The city administration has emphasized that the entire public space should not be monitored, which also raises questions about data protection.

prejudices and hopes

Of course, surveillance cameras are now widespread to prevent crime and increase security in public locations. According to a survey, 70% of the people feel more secure due to the presence of cameras, and in monitored locations, the crime rate can be reduced by up to 15 percent, as Safercity.de reports. But at the same time there are critical voices that express concerns about data protection and privacy. The use of the latest camera technology not only brings advantages, but also technical and financial challenges.

The legal situation for video surveillance is not easy. It is subject to various guidelines and violations of these provisions can result in considerable fines. According to seicherer.de , it is only permissible if the legitimate interest is given to protect against criminal offenses, such as burglary or vandalism, and at the same time the rights of the monitored persons are preserved.

security as a fundamental right

The discussion about the new cameras at Marienplatz reflects the deeper concern of people in Schwerin. Security is a fundamental right and should be accessible to all citizens. Nevertheless, it remains to be seen whether the new measures actually lead to people feel safer again or whether they are faced with further challenges. A first step is taken, but the question remains how promising the city's security strategy is. The expectations are high, especially because many previous surveillance systems have failed, which may have led to delays in perpetrator identification.

The city administration must now show that it has a good hand and takes the security of all citizens seriously. It remains to be hoped that the new initiative is not only a short straw-fire effect, but can also make a real difference in the security sensation of the citizens.