Shooting in Giessen, Germany Leaves Several Injured
A shooting incident occurred in the market square of Giessen, Germany, on Saturday afternoon, where an assailant injured several people before fleeing the scene. Local media reported that the suspect was detained several hours later, though details regarding the number of casualties and the motive remain unclear.
Several publications reported that the authorities declined to specify how many people were wounded or how serious their injuries were, adding that the motive behind the attack remains unclear. The regional outlet Hessenschau, citing police sources, mentioned that the assailant fired several shots inside a sports-betting shop located in the town center on Saturday afternoon. The perpetrator then reportedly fled the scene.
The news outlet Mittelhessen.de reported that the market square has been partially cordoned off and that investigators are currently collecting evidence at the scene. Later in the day, Hessenschau, citing the local police, reported that an individual had been apprehended in connection with the incident at around 8pm local time.
According to Bild, three people were injured, while the weapon is reportedly believed to be a pistol or a revolver. According to Die Welt, two men sustained injuries and were taken to the hospital. One is believed to be in serious condition. The publication quoted a police spokesperson as stating that the authorities ”currently do not see any danger to the public.”
Additional details regarding the suspect, including the motive behind the attack, continue to be under investigation by the local authorities. The incident has raised concerns about public safety in the region, prompting calls for increased security measures and community support for victims and their families.