Incident! German Police Shoot Man With A Cap Near Fan Zone Euro 2024 In Hamburg

German police have arrested a rioter in Hamburg (photo: x @DPolGH)

JAKARTA - German police experienced a serious incident near the Euro 2024 fan zone in Hamburg. At that time they shot a man who threatened officers with axes and incendiary devices. This incident occurred during a peaceful parade of Dutch supporters ahead of their match with Poland.

At around 12.30 noon local time, four loud shots were heard around Reeperbahn, Hamburg, where thousands of Dutch supporters gathered before the match that day. An unidentified man began threatening an officer with a gold ax and an incendiary device.

The riot troops immediately moved quickly and blocked the area, trying to use pepper spray to beat the man before one of the officers opened warning shots. When the threat persisted, the police shot the man and he fell to the ground.

The video circulating shows the man wearing black clothes and carrying a backpack, while he threatened armed officers in a crowded area, before being arrested. Hamburg police stated that the man was receiving medical treatment after being injured by the gunfire.

The Hamburg polyzei gave a statement via Twitter, "At #StPauli a large-scale police operation is currently underway. According to preliminary findings, someone threatened police officers with axes and incendiary devices. Police then used their firearms. The attacker was injured and is currently receiving medical treatment."

The incident came after a peaceful night in Reemperbahn, Hamburg, which was previously colored by thousands of Dutch supporters who turned the city's red light district into an orange ocean. However, there were no signs of violence or meaningful chaos before this incident occurred.

The match between the Netherlands and Poland itself took place in Volksparks Stadium, Hamburg, with the city's fan park in the St Pauli district. German police have stepped up security around the Euro 2024 event to ensure that supporters can enjoy the game in a safe and orderly atmosphere.

The shooting incident confirms the importance of strict security around major sporting events such as Euro 2024, where police must be prepared to face difficult and potentially dangerous situations. Police also continue to remind that acts of violence or serious threats will not be tolerated for the safety of the public and event participants.