Schleswig - Man attacks police officer - shot in the leg
A 34-year-old man in Schleswig (Schleswig-Flensburg District) attempted to attack a police officer. According to the police, the man was stopped by officers with a gunshot to the leg. Previously, on the previous Saturday, he had also attempted to strike a passerby with an axe.
The officers provided first aid until the arrival of the paramedics. The injured person was taken to a local hospital. The public prosecutor's office and criminal police have taken up investigations for attempted grievous bodily harm.
In light of his past actions, the authorities in Schleswig-Holstein are monitoring the 34-year-old closely for any further instances of crime. Despite the incident with the police officer and the passerby, he continues to pose a threat in the community.
