Police operation - Göppingen: Christmas market reopens after threat
Following the evacuation of the Christmas market in Göppingen due to a tip-off about a threat, the market has been open to visitors again since Sunday. According to a police spokesperson on Sunday, a man had made a threat on the phone on Saturday evening. The Christmas market was then quickly closed. The spokesman did not want to say what the threat was for tactical reasons. The criminal investigation department has started the investigation. It is currently unclear who the man who made the threat is.
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- The threat situation at the Christmas market in Göppingen, Germany, was serious enough to warrant a full police operation on Sunday.
- Despite the threat, the authorities in Baden-Württemberg decided to clear the area and allow the market to reopen for emergencies.
- The local CID is now investigating the threat, as the identity of the man who made the phone call remains a mystery.
- The Christmas market in Göppingen has become a locus of attention for the local and national police forces, adding another layer to the usual Christmas market festivities.
- This incident serves as a reminder to the public to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activities during the holiday season, as such threats can disrupt the peace and joy of the Christmas market atmosphere.
Source: www.stern.de
