Gunshots were discharged at two areas in Hagen, resulting in multiple casualties.
A number of unidentified individuals fired shots in Hagen, resulting in multiple injuries including one person who is critically hurt. The reason for the shootings is unknown, but investigators believe it could be connected to family issues. No sign of the perpetrators has been found yet.
Reports suggest that the gunfire occurred at two separate locations – one being a hair salon in the Eilpe district, and the other a residential building in the heart of Hagen. The authorities have rushed to both scenes, with the police in Dortmund leading the operation and setting up a special team.
The police have confirmed that people were harmed, but haven't disclosed the specific number. However, one person is fighting for their life. Helicopters have landed near the crime sites according to "Westfalen Post." The authorities on X stated, "Preliminary findings indicate that the origins of this event may be from the family life."
It's been said that one suspect is on the loose, while search forces are putting immense effort into tracking him down. The possibility of multiple assailants has not been ruled out, as mentioned by a representative of the Dortmund police.
A significant security perimeter has been established to surround the crime areas. A police spokesperson remarked, "The situation is fluid," and urged citizens to steer clear from the area at the moment. Reinforcements from several law enforcement outfits across North Rhine-Westphalia are on their way, equipped with police helicopters and search dogs.
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The police from Dortmund, leading the investigation, have reached out to international allies for assistance due to the complex nature of the case in North Rhine-Westphalia. The operation to locate the suspect or suspects involves not only local forces but also international police units.
