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Use of firearms in the cinema: Police stop attempted arson!
In Krefeld, police prevented an arson attack in a cinema when a 38-year-old tried to set fire. The suspect was injured.
Use of firearms in the cinema: Police stop attempted arson!
A frightening incident in Krefeld in the early evening of October 10, 2023 caused massive excitement. At around 7:50 p.m. the police received several emergency calls reporting several fires on Philadelphia Street. Within a very short time, an apartment, a parked vehicle and an office building were in flames. These alarming reports led to rapid intervention by the Essen police forces.
The officers were quickly able to identify a suspicious person near a cinema at the main train station. When they tried to control the 38-year-old man, they were forced to use their firearm. The suspect had apparently tried to set a fire in the foyer of the cinema, which was prevented by using the weapon. The man was injured in this incident and had to be taken to a hospital, where he is now receiving medical care.
Investigations are in full swing
The initial investigation suggested that the suspect is a Krefeld man of Iranian origin. However, the exact motivation for the incident remains unclear, which is why the criminal police have now started investigating the course of events, possible connections between the arson and the perpetrator's motives. It is important to emphasize here that there is so far no evidence of a terrorist background. Fortunately, no one was injured in the fires, which makes the police response even more important.
Police have also asked the public to provide possible videos or information about the fire events via their tip portal. Such a call could provide valuable information in clearing up the crimes. The portal is easily accessible at https://nrw.tippportal.de/.
This incident in Krefeld cannot be ignored, as it not only affects the residents' sense of security, but also raises the question of what is going on in the psyche of a person who takes such drastic measures. The following time will be crucial in order to fully understand the exact circumstances and background of the crime.