On Halloween evening, a youth in Freilassing threw a firecracker towards a group of three girls. The firework exploded nearby but fortunately injured no one. Police are investigating for attempted dangerous bodily harm.
The incident occurred on the evening of October 31 in Freilassing, a town in Bavaria near the Austrian border. According to police, a youth threw a firecracker towards a group of three girls. The firework bounced off the foot of one girl and exploded a few meters away on the asphalt.
«Fortunately, no one was injured», police stated. Despite the close proximity to the group, there were no injuries. The identity of the perpetrator remains unclear, so the Freilassing police station is appealing for tips from the public.
Investigations are underway on suspicion of attempted dangerous bodily harm. Such incidents involving fireworks outside permitted times are punishable in Germany and can lead to significant consequences. Police emphasize the importance of witness statements to quickly identify the youth.