A police officer was shot on Saturday evening during a confrontation between two groups in Göttingen. The officer was taken to hospital for treatment.
Police said the background to the incident remained unclear. A spokesperson described the situation as dynamic.
After the shots on the open street, one person fled the scene. Police are searching for the suspect with a large contingent and a helicopter circling the city.
The crime scene was cordoned off over a wide area. Police advised citizens to avoid the area. No information was given on the severity of the officer's injuries.
