Between 400 and 500 people assembled at St. Johanner Markt for a party, flouting health measures.
A group of around 40 1. FC Saarbrücken football supporters were observed throwing glass bottles at police officers when they arrived to break up the gathering. Some party-goers were subjected to legal consequences as a result.
The events of Saturday evening could have far-reaching repercussions across all of Germany. The authorities are demanding stronger police presence and more checks, as the population has not responded to appeals for safe behaviour.
