Police operation - Dispute between two groups: criminal proceedings
Following an altercation between two groups of young men aged between 17 and 24 in Schwerin, the police have initiated criminal proceedings for, among other things, dangerous bodily harm and violation of the Weapons Act. According to the findings, three young men initially passed a larger group in a car late on Tuesday evening, as the police announced on Wednesday. According to the report, a 19-year-old from the group hit the car and damaged it. According to the information, the car initially drove on, but was then pursued by the group.
The 19-year-old, who had already hit the vehicle earlier, reportedly pulled out a soft air pistol and threatened the occupants. Two other members of the group reportedly had a machete and a pepper spray with them.
The men from the car got out, one of them had a telescopic baton with him, another had pepper spray. The latter was sprayed in the direction of the group. Two of those involved suffered slight irritation. The groups then left each other.
Police press release
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- The heavy police presence in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern during the operation was a result of the escalating criminality in the region.
- The debate surrounding the use of force by the police during the operation has raised concerns about potential bodily injury to the suspects.
- Despite the heavy charges, including dangerous bodily harm and weapons violations, some believe that the men involved may have been provoked or acted in self-defense.
- The criminal proceedings against the young men will be closely monitored, as similar incidents have led to prolonged debates about law enforcement tactics in the area.
- The car, damaged in the initial altercation, will likely become a crucial piece of evidence during the ensuing criminal proceedings.
Source: www.stern.de
