2023-12-23 21:28:41
German police announced on Saturday evening that they would carry out searches in Cologne Cathedral (west) with sniffer dogs, following a “danger notice” issued for New Year’s Eve.
“Even if the information relates to New Year’s Eve, from this evening we will do everything possible to ensure the safety of visitors to the cathedral on Christmas Eve.“, Cologne police chief Michael Esser was quoted as saying in a statement.
After the evening mass and “in agreement with the security manager of the cathedral chapter“, the cathedral is searched with sniffer dogs, police said.
“On Sunday, all visitors will be screened before entering the place of worship“, it is specified in the press release. “Police and cathedral chapter recommend forgoing bags and arriving early to masses“, it is still written.
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