Officers detain twenty young individuals, ages 20
In an unexpected turn of events, a 20-year-old individual found themselves at the centre of a police operation in Ehringshausen, Lahn-Dill district, on Thursday evening. The operation was triggered by suspicions of weapon possession and threats made against another man.
The incident began on Wednesday when a 29-year-old man was heavily threatened and assaulted. Pepper spray was used on the victim during the attack, according to reports. The suspect, the 20-year-old, is now suspected of being the assailant in this case.
During the operation, the 20-year-old was arrested. A thorough search of their apartment revealed a troubling assortment of weapons and explosives. Two unlicensed blank-firing weapons with ammunition, along with several grams of a homemade explosive substance commonly used to make illegal fireworks, were found. Remarkably, a live round was also discovered.
In addition, permitted blank-firing pistols, live ammunition, and more homemade explosives were found. These discoveries led to the deployment of uniformed and civilian officers, special forces, and specially trained negotiators.
The investigation into the assault on the 29-year-old is ongoing. However, it's worth noting that a related incident involving a 29-year-old and a 20-year-old is not explicitly found in the data. One search result mentions a 21-year-old attacker and a 20-year-old victim in a knife attack in Dresden, but not a 29-year-old attacker.
After the police measures, the 20-year-old was released. The exact details of the release are not disclosed, but it's clear that this incident has raised concerns about weapon possession and potential threats to public safety. The case serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining peace and order in our communities.