Berlin Police Station at Kottbusser Tor Praised for Boosting Residents' Sense of Security

Despite increased safety perceptions, crime levels, particularly drug-related offenses, remain high in the area.

The police station at Kottbusser Tor, established two years ago, is credited with improving residents' subjective sense of safety, according to Berlin's police chief Barbara Slowik Meisel.
Local feedback highlights the station's 24/7 accessibility as a key factor in addressing issues like open drug use, littering, and general neighborhood concerns.
Nearby institutions, such as a kindergarten, report improvements in cleanliness and reduced drug activity in public spaces like playgrounds since the station's opening.
While safety perceptions have improved, overall crime rates in the area, including drug trafficking, remain persistently high, highlighting ongoing challenges.
Police continue to advocate for nighttime closures of Görlitzer Park, citing entrenched criminal activity and the difficulty of policing the area during late hours.