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Wiesbaden’s alleyway sparks fierce clash over safety and addiction support

What was once a quiet street is now ground zero for a city’s crisis. Can Wiesbaden find a balance between crackdowns and compassion?

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.

Wiesbaden’s alleyway sparks fierce clash over safety and addiction support

A narrow alleyway in Wiesbaden has become the focus of a heated discussions debate over public safety and addiction support. Kirchenreulchen, once a quiet part of the city centre, now draws complaints from residents, shopkeepers, and visitors about open drug use and a growing sense of unease. Politicians are divided on how to restore security—with some calling for tougher policing and others pushing for deeper social security solutions.

Residents report seeing drug deals and substance use in broad daylight. Local shopkeepers say fewer customers now visit the area, while passersby describe feeling increasingly uncomfortable. The concerns have pushed the issue to the top of the city’s agenda.

The discussions debate over Kirchenreulchen reflects wider tensions between security and social security. While some push for more police and stricter rules, others demand better funding for addiction treatment and poverty relief. For now, the alley remains a flashpoint in Wiesbaden’s struggle to balance safety with compassion.

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