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Bern Cantonal Police have launched a three-week campaign to combat rising pickpocketing during the pre-Christmas season, focusing on crowded areas like train stations and Christmas markets. The initia
Markus Wegmüller has been appointed as the new Commander of the Bern Fire Department, taking office on January 1, 2026. He will lead 250 firefighters across Bern, Bolligen, and Ostermundigen, bringing
Bern city is considering mobile teams on night public transport to boost safety for women. This follows a 2019 survey revealing 42% of women experienced sexualized violence in nightlife.
Canton of Bern Police have released a composite sketch of a man wanted in connection with a sexual assault in Urtenen-Schönbühl that occurred on July 31.
Bernese police officers must keep service phones on until late November due to anticipated violent protests, sparking criticism from officers and the police union.
Following violent protests, SVP politicians in Bern demand the city double its police funding to CHF 60 million and ban 'left-wing extremist groups.' The SP and City Safety Director reject these calls
Swiss lawmakers propose new measures against protest violence, including harsher penalties for organized crime, property damage, and disrupting public transport. They also seek to use AI for identific
A man in Köniz reported being threatened with a knife by three individuals, sparking concerns about public safety and the handling of repeat offenders. Police confirmed an intervention, but the victim
A Bern region pensioner has been fined 500 francs after his unleashed dog, known to react to children, bit a boy. This was the second reported incident involving the same animal, highlighting owner re
Bern faces intense political debate after recent violent protests left 18 police officers injured and led to 500 detentions. Leaders disagree on police tactics, protest regulations, and surveillance m
Bern Canton has completed a ten-year inspection of 49,000 civil protection shelters, confirming sufficient capacity for all residents. The canton will take over shelter assignments in 2026, prioritizi
A recent unauthorized Palestine demonstration in Bern saw 80% of detained individuals come from outside the canton, leading to extensive property damage and injuries. Police investigations into the or
