The police strongly advise against carrying knives and weapons for self-defense purposes!
Carrying knives and stabbing weapons may increase the subjective feeling of safety at first glance, but unfortunately this can also lead to a greater willingness to take risks. In the worst-case scenario, this can turn already tense situations into life-threatening confrontations.
There is also a high risk of a knife falling into the hands of an attacker. The knife, which is actually intended for self-defense, then becomes a danger.
In armed confrontations, it is also difficult for emergency services to distinguish between the attacker and the victim.
Avoid threatening situations as early as possible. However, should a threat arise:
- Avoid additional provocation
- Avoid physical confrontations and try to move away from the perpetrators
- Make others aware of the assault and ask for help
- Call the police on the emergency number 110