Police discovered a seriously injured man in an apartment building in Hamburg's Eidelstedt district. Witnesses reported seeing a man with a firearm, prompting a large-scale manhunt. The background of the incident remains unclear.
Police were called to an apartment building in Eidelstedt on Saturday evening after witnesses observed a man with a firearm and dialed emergency services. On site, officers found a seriously injured man, who was transported to the hospital under medical supervision.
The background of the act is initially unclear, police stated. Extensive search operations for suspects were immediately launched. More than 20 patrol cars were involved in the operation, as a police spokesman reported. The investigations are being conducted by the Hamburg State Criminal Police Office.
The exact circumstances of the incident have not yet been fully clarified. Police could not provide further information at this time. The event occurred in a residential area, alarming local residents.