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Police Launch Proceedings Over Nude Bathing at Ludwig II Memorial Cross

Proceedings cite public nuisance alongside shipping regulation breaches as police pursue a tip to identify the three sailors.

Overview

  • Starnberg police have initiated administrative offense proceedings against the trio for disturbing the public and breaching lake boating regulations.
  • Authorities found the sailboat unregistered and noted unauthorized use of its auxiliary motor in violation of the Schifffahrtsverordnung.
  • The group moored at the Gedenkkreuz late Saturday afternoon, then swam partially nude in the Starnberger See below the Votivkapelle in Berg.
  • Land patrol units and a response boat from Wasserwachtstation Percha arrived after witnesses alerted police and documented the scene but the sailors had already fled.
  • Detectives are working to identify the individuals after receiving a new tip, but no arrests have been made so far.