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A minibus carrying soccer fans was assaulted near Freiberg.

A mini-bus carrying soccer spectators was heading home after the Dynamo Dresden versus FC Erzgebirge Aue match when suddenly a compact vehicle obstructed their path, leading to the exit of four masked individuals.

,   and  Wendy Allen
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Ein Blaulicht der Polizei leuchtet auf.
Ein Blaulicht der Polizei leuchtet auf.

Inquiries are being undertaken. - A minibus carrying soccer fans was assaulted near Freiberg.

Following a football game between Dynamo Dresden and FC Erzgebirge Aue in the Sachsenpokal, a bus with Aue supporters inside endured an assault by masked assailants near Freiberg (Mittelsachsen). As the bus carried its passengers on their journey back home, a car suddenly appeared in front of the vehicle, halting progress on Saturday night, according to police accounts on Monday.

Four masked individuals purportedly disembarked and inflicted damage on the bus at multiple locations. One suspect attempted to open the door of the minibus. A 54-year-old passenger fought to keep the door closed, sustaining injuries in the process. The estimated damage to the automobile came in at €6,000.

Authorities have identified the supposed driver, an 18-year-old native of the Freiberg area. Proof was amassed on Sunday. Proceedings are now underway, including an examination of the serious violation of the peace. Potential ties to the cup final are under scrutiny, mentioned a spokesperson. Dynamo Dresden triumphed over FC Erzgebirge Aue 2:0 on Saturday.

Read also:

  1. The assault on the minibus carrying FC Erzgebirge Aue supporters is being investigated as a potential crime related to the Saxony Cup.
  2. Despite the harrowing incident, the determination of FC Erzgebirge Aue fans was not deterred, as they continue to support their team.
  3. The suspected perpetrators of the assault near Freiberg may face charges related to the violation of the peace during a soccer game.
  4. The minibus, which was damaged during the attack, was on its way back from the Saxony Cup soccer game between Dynamo Dresden and FC Erzgebirge Aue.
  5. The Saxony Cup final could potentially have ties to the assault on the minibus carrying Aue supporters.
  6. The soccer community in Saxony is shocked by the incident, as such violence is unheard of at a Cup tournament or any soccer game.

Source: www.stern.de

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