Berlin-Friedrichshain - Suspected pickpocket sprays irritant gas: Arrest
A suspected pickpocket has been arrested in Berlin-Friedrichshain on New Year's Eve. He had previously sprayed several people with irritant gas, according to the police.
A 27-year-old man in Tamara-Danz-Straße under Warschauer Brücke initially noticed the 19-year-old stealing his cell phone from his pocket. Bystanders held the 19-year-old and he sprayed irritant gas in the direction of the 27-year-old and other people. They suffered respiratory and eye irritation and were treated by emergency services at the scene. The 27-year-old was taken to hospital for outpatient treatment.
Police officers arrested the suspect. The cell phone was reportedly returned to the 27-year-old.
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The incident occurred in the heart of Berlin-Friedrichshain, a popular area known for its nightlife. The 19-year-old, suspected of pickpocketing, used an irritant gas to deter his victims, including a 27-year-old who tried to intervene. Fortunately, the police were able to apprehend the suspect and recover the victim's stolen cell phone.
Source: www.stern.de
