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Chain Message Turns Private Birthday Party into Police-Dispersed Mass Event

An 18th birthday in Ober-Erlenbach drew 100 uninvited guests after an accidental chain message, prompting a three-hour police operation and ongoing investigations.

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Overview

  • A private 18th birthday party in Ober-Erlenbach was overwhelmed by around 100 uninvited guests due to an accidentally forwarded chain message.
  • The unexpected crowd caused significant noise disturbances, forcing the hosts to move the celebration indoors and contact the police.
  • Authorities used loudspeaker announcements to disperse the gathering and detained two individuals for disruptive behavior.
  • The situation was resolved after nearly three hours, with the crowd finally dispersing by 12:40 AM on May 18, 2025.
  • Police are investigating the origin of the chain message, with the responsible party potentially facing administrative penalties and liability for the operation's costs.