Criminality - ATM bombing in Eschborn prevented
A careful neighbor in Eschborn likely prevented a cash machine bombing in Wiesbaden, according to the police. He observed unknown individuals attempting to tamper with a cash machine in the lobby of a post office. When he approached them, they fled and left a black bag behind.
Since it was unclear if the bag contained explosive materials, the police ordered the evacuation of the house where the cash machine was located. Twenty-three residents were temporarily relocated to the city hall. After the bomb disposal team gave the all-clear, everyone was able to return to their homes.
The suspicious bag was empty, explosives were not found, but tools for breaking open the cash machine were discovered next to it. The investigation is ongoing and the police are seeking witnesses.
The individuals who attempted to tamper with the cash machine in Eschborn were believed to be the same ones involved in the potential bombing in Wiesbaden. The police commended the vigilance of the neighbor who noticed the suspicious activity. Despite the lack of explosives, the incident has highlighted the rising trend of criminality involving cash machines in the region.
