Kottbusser Tor in Berlin-Kreuzberg has become a symbol of neglect. According to Spiegel, drug dealers, trash, and dilapidated buildings dominate the square. Residents miss their old neighborhood and are calling for decisive action from authorities.
The public order office has its hands full with inspections. The situation at Kottbusser Tor shows how difficult it is to keep public spaces in a big city clean and safe. The district administration is under pressure to find solutions.
Source: www.spiegel.de
