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Mahnmal für Thomas Goretzky
Memorial for a fallen police officer
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The Memorial for Thomas Goretzky in Dortmund was erected in 2015 to honor the police commissioner who was shot in the line of duty on June 14, 2000. Made of granite, it bears an inscription commemorating his sacrifice. This memorial stands as a silent witness to a tragic event, honoring the courage and dedication of a police officer.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 2015
Guided Story
In front of you is the Memorial for Thomas Goretzky, erected in 2015. It commemorates the tragic event of June 14, 2000, when the police commissioner was shot in the line of duty. The perpetrator was a 31-year-old neo-Nazi who killed two other officers before taking his own life. Made of granite, the memorial bears an inscription honoring the officer's sacrifice and courage. It stands as a silent witness to a painful chapter in the city's history.
Location
Nearby
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1.1 km away
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