Solingen - Firecracker set off next to firefighter during firefighting operation
During a firefighting operation in Solingen, unknown persons set off a firecracker next to a firefighter. "We are investigating attempted bodily harm", said a police spokesperson in Wuppertal on Thursday. The fire department and police were called to a burning house on Wednesday evening. The house was badly damaged by the fire.
During the operation, the firecracker detonated on a fire department vehicle about one and a half meters away from the firefighter. Witnesses then saw several children or teenagers running away. "We are trying to manage the situation and are being pelted with firecrackers," said a police spokesperson.
The firefighter suffered minor trauma from the firecracker, but remained fit for duty.
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- The incident in Solingen is being investigated as an act of criminality, potentially involving attempted bodily harm, given the close proximity of the firecracker to the firefighter.
- The incident in Solingen adds to the concerns about the misuse of firecrackers in North Rhine-Westphalia, leading to incidents like this and potential harm to firefighters involved in extinguishing operations.
- Despite the dangerous incident, the firefighter from Solingen managed to continue with the extinguishing operation, showing their professionalism and commitment to ensuring safety, even in the face of criminality.
- Wuppertal police are urging the public for any information about the individuals responsible for setting off the firecracker during the extinguishing operation, as this is a criminal infringement that puts lives at risk.
- The fire department in Solingen has urged the public to be mindful of the risks and dangers posed by misuse of firecrackers during extinguishing operations and any other emergencies, as the safety of emergency responders and the community is paramount.
Source: www.stern.de
