Federal police stop 16-year-old: drugs and butterfly knives at the train station!

Federal police stop 16-year-old: drugs and butterfly knives at the train station!

A sensational incident occurred on Friday afternoon, June 2, 2025, at Dresden-Neustadt train station when officers from the Dresden Federal Police Inspectorate checked a 16-year-old German citizen. The reason for the check was that the teenager was smoking cannabis on site. During the search, police found a butterfly knife and a small amount of cannabis, which could lead to serious legal consequences. The young person is suspected of having violated the Weapons Act and the Consumer Cannabis Act. The officers seized the items and informed the legal guardians, who came to the Federal Police office a short time later. The incident has led to an investigation being launched to clarify further details and determine possible penalties. Neustadt-Ticker reports about the events.

The legalization of cannabis in Germany, which has been in force since April 1, 2024, is causing mixed reactions. On the one hand, the federal government wants to protect the health of children, adolescents and young adults through a comprehensive educational campaign, especially since they are more susceptible to damage caused by cannabis consumption. The campaign is also aimed at parents, teachers and other caregivers who are involved in prevention. There is extensive information on this topic on the website Federal Ministry of Health. The aim is to strengthen youth protection and education about the risks of consumption.

Medical cannabis in focus

Since cannabis was allowed to be used to treat many diseases in 2017, it has become more important in medical care. Doctors may prescribe it to treat problems such as chronic pain, anxiety and sleep disorders. The costs for this amount to several billion euros annually, as patients in particular who do not respond to traditional medication turn to medical cannabis. Cannabis is also viewed as a valuable alternative to opiate painkillers in terms of cost savings for health insurance companies. However, the market for medical cannabis has developed more slowly than hoped, especially since it was released for recreational distribution to adults in February 2024. Statista highlights the current figures and trends surrounding cannabis in Germany.

The legalization of recreational cannabis has led to an increase in use among teenagers and young adults, raising concerns about its health effects. According to statistical surveys, one in three adults in Germany has already used cannabis, and among young adults the figure is over 40%. While the federal government hopes for market regulation, the question of the long-term consequences and consequences of legalization remains controversial.