Psychological state of emergency: man sets fire to balcony in Sigmaringen!

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A 61-year-old man in Sigmaringen threatened officers and set fire. He was arrested and taken to a clinic.

Psychological state of emergency: man sets fire to balcony in Sigmaringen!

In a dramatic incident in Sigmaringen, a 61-year-old man put the police on alert on Friday morning! In a psychological state of emergency, he threatened the arriving officers and lit a fire on his balcony, which required quick action.

When the police arrived, the man immediately became aggressive and posed a threat. He retreated into his apartment and poured gasoline on his balcony, which he then ignited. Thanks to the rapid intervention of the emergency services, the fire was quickly extinguished and the safety of the residents was guaranteed at all times.

Arrest and injuries

After the fire was set, the man left his apartment and was taken into custody by the police. During this operation, a police officer suffered minor injuries, as did the 61-year-old himself. After his arrest, he was immediately taken to a specialist clinic to stabilize his mental state.

Investigations are ongoing

The man is now being investigated for arson, assault on law enforcement officers and attempted grievous bodily harm. The police are investigating the background to his behavior and are considering possible further measures. This incident raises questions and will certainly cause a stir!

(Source: Ravensburg Police Headquarters)