Employee threats allegedly made by a father in Düsseldorf at Kita establishments
In Düsseldorf, Germany, a man allegedly threatened employees at a daycare centre on July 31, 2025. According to reports from the Düsseldorf Police and Rheinische Post, the incident occurred around 17:16.
The precise nature of the threat was not disclosed by the police, but it is believed to be related to a dispute among the children at the daycare. The father, who is said to be the perpetrator, reportedly made the threats towards several employees.
The daycare centre's location within Düsseldorf was not specified in the reports. However, the city, as the operator, has taken immediate action, implementing additional security measures to ensure the safety of the children and staff.
The new measures include modern emergency and alert systems in all schools and administrative buildings, prepared for possible active shooter situations, terrorist attacks, or other threats. The city has allocated approximately 4.1 million euros for the comprehensive deployment of these systems.
Following the incident, the father has been banned from the daycare. The reason for the man's threats may have been a dispute between his son and another daycare child. The mother of the affected child has since apologised for the incident.
During drop-off and pick-up times, the doors at the daycare remain locked and are only opened by staff. Officers were present at the daycare to take a report for the threat, but no further information about the father's identity or the outcome of the police report was provided.
In light of the incident, the city has announced enhanced security measures. These measures will be in effect until at least 07.09.2027. The city spokesperson emphasised the importance of ensuring the safety and well-being of the children and staff in the city's care.
