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Police Clear Langen’s Municipal Forest in Peaceful Operation

High-angle rescue teams played a key role in the flawless execution. Why was this forest clearance so closely watched by observers?

In front of the picture, we see a white car on which "Police" is written. Behind that, there are...
In front of the picture, we see a white car on which "Police" is written. Behind that, there are many cars moving on the road. On either side of the road, we see grass and trees. This picture is clicked outside the city.

Police Clear Langen’s Municipal Forest in Peaceful Operation

A large-scale police operation was conducted in Langen's municipal forest on November 12, 2025. The operation, led by Marco Weller, aimed to clear an area where individuals were unlawfully present. The police have confirmed that the operation was peaceful and ensured the safety of all involved.

The operation involved high-angle rescue teams who successfully brought eight individuals to the ground unharmed. These individuals were then taken into provisional custody on suspicion of trespassing and administrative offenses. Marco Weller, the police operation commander, expressed satisfaction with the progress of the operation.

Journalists and parliamentary observers were escorted onto the premises for direct reporting, allowing transparency throughout the process. The police will continue monitoring the situation in and around the forest to maintain public safety.

The police operation in Langen's municipal forest resulted in eight individuals being taken into custody. The operation was peaceful and ensured the safety of all involved, with no information of a similar operation in Langen at the beginning of November 2025. The police will continue monitoring the area to maintain public safety.

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