Police Shooting on Reeperbahn in Hamburg
Incident near entertainment district leaves one man injured
Hamburg, Germany - Police in Hamburg have shot and injured a man near the Reeperbahn entertainment district. The incident occurred on Saturday evening, June 23, as the city prepared for a Euro 2012 soccer match between Poland and the Netherlands.
According to police, the man was wielding a hammer and threatened officers when they approached him. Police fired several shots, hitting the man in the leg. He was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment, and his injuries are not considered life-threatening.
The Reeperbahn is known for its nightlife and is popular with tourists. The incident prompted a large-scale police response, with several streets closed to traffic. The police operation has since been lifted, and the area is now open for business.
Police are continuing to investigate the incident and have not released any further details about the suspect or his motives.
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