Five 'Gefährder' at large in Hamburg, police confirm

Hamburg police have identified five individuals categorized as "Gefährder" – persons of interest deemed capable of committing serious violent crimes, including terrorist acts – who are currently not in custody. All five are associated with religious extremism, according to a police spokesperson. These individuals form part of a larger group of 19 "Gefährder" in Hamburg, with the remainder linked to left-wing, right-wing, or foreign ideologies.

The total number of "Gefährder" in Hamburg has remained unchanged compared to the previous year. Police stated that individuals of concern are under scrutiny, a sentiment echoed in the wake of a religiously motivated attack in Berlin. The 21-year-old suspect in the Berlin incident was reportedly being monitored by authorities there.

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The total number of Gefährder is unchanged compared to the previous year.

While police confirm they are focusing on individuals of concern in Hamburg, specific details about surveillance measures, such as continuous observation or intensified monitoring ahead of the Christopher Street Day (CSD) event, cannot be disclosed for tactical reasons. Hamburg's Interior Senator Andy Grote announced a review of security protocols for the city's CSD, which is expected to draw hundreds of thousands of attendees next Saturday, following the Berlin attack.

The article highlights the ongoing challenge of monitoring individuals deemed a threat to public safety, particularly in the context of major public events. The classification of "Gefährder" signifies a high level of concern by law enforcement, indicating a potential for severe violence.

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The police have Gefährder in Hamburg in focus - that one can be sure of.