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Alert from Police Headquarters in Freiburg: Increased instances of deceptive calls, using the "shock call" and "fake cop" tricks - Public advised to contact emergency number 110 for suspicious calls

incident occurring in Waldshut district, Freiburg's Police Headquarters reports (Wednesday, 27.08.2025)

Freiburg Police Headquarters Issues Alert: Increase in Deceitful Calls under the guise of "shock...
Freiburg Police Headquarters Issues Alert: Increase in Deceitful Calls under the guise of "shock calls" and "false police officers" - Public urged to report such incidents directly to the emergency number 110

Alert from Police Headquarters in Freiburg: Increased instances of deceptive calls, using the "shock call" and "fake cop" tricks - Public advised to contact emergency number 110 for suspicious calls

Freiburg Police: Updates on Contact and Social Media Channels

In the city of Freiburg, there have been some changes to the way residents and visitors can stay informed about the local police force.

Thomas Batzel, who took up his position as spokesperson for the Freiburg Police Directorate in 2019, is now the main point of contact for media enquiries.

For those seeking information outside of office hours, emails can be sent to [email protected]. If you require more urgent attention, the Freiburg Press Office can be reached at 07621 / 176-351 or via email at [email protected].

The Freiburg Police also maintain a presence on social media. Their Twitter account can be found at https://x.com/PolizeiFR, while their Facebook page is accessible at https://facebook.com/PolizeiFreiburg.

Please note that the Press Office for the Police Headquarters in Freiburg is not currently active on Twitter. For the most up-to-date information, we recommend following their Facebook page or visiting the Freiburg Police's website at http://www.polizei-bw.de/.

Whether you're a resident, a visitor, or a member of the media, staying informed about the Freiburg Police is now easier than ever.

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