What happened in Luzern on New Year’s?

During New Year’s celebrations, fireworks were launched at officers, injuring three. Several suspects fled into nearby streets. Police stabilized the area and opened an investigation. Authorities issued a witness appeal on January 2, 2026, seeking videos, photos, and precise time stamps to identify those responsible.

How can witnesses in Luzern help the inquiry?

Keep original videos and photos, note exact locations and times, and submit them via official police channels. Avoid posting to social media first, which can strip metadata. Short written summaries of what you saw can help investigators align footage with patrol reports.

What is known about the Sursee police incident?

In Sursee, officers were also targeted with fireworks and one person was arrested. Investigators are reviewing links to the Luzern case, including tactics and group movements. Local reporting confirms the arrest and ongoing checks for overlaps with similar New Year’s incidents involving pyrotechnics.

Could this affect local budgets or insurance in Switzerland?

Yes. Municipalities may lift spending on event policing, protective gear, and video processing. Insurers and self insurance pools could adjust CHF reserves and premiums if incidents rise. Better incident data helps councils plan targeted measures and prosecutors build stronger cases from the collected evidence.

Law and Government

Luzern January 02: Police Injured in Fireworks Attacks, Witnesses Sought

ByHuzaifa Zahoor January 3, 2026January 3, 2026

Three officers were injured in a Luzern police fireworks attack during New Year’s celebrations, prompting an urgent appeal for witnesses on January 2, 2026. A separate Sursee police incident led to one arrest tied to firework assaults on officers. Local reports point to rising New Year’s Eve violence that could shape short term spending by Swiss municipalities. We explain what happened, why witnesses matter, and how this could affect public safety budgets and insurance claims monitoring across Canton Luzern.