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Police hunt armed fugitives after shots fired at car in Germany
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Police hunt armed fugitives after shots fired at car in Germany

From Die Zeit · () German

Translated from German, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • German police are searching for two fugitives in connection with a shooting incident where a 62-year-old man's car was targeted.
  • Authorities have released photos of the suspects and are warning the public that they may be armed and dangerous.
  • Police are urging anyone with information to call the emergency number 110 and not to approach the suspects directly.

Authorities in Germany are intensifying their search for two individuals suspected of involvement in a shooting incident that targeted a 62-year-old man's vehicle. Police in Essen have released photographs of the two fugitives, issuing a stern warning that they may be armed and pose a danger to the public.

The incident occurred Tuesday evening in Marl, located in the northern Ruhr area. The 62-year-old victim was unharmed and reportedly called emergency services himself. The Essen public prosecutor's office is now investigating the case as attempted murder.

In addition to the unidentified shooter, a 20-year-old man has been identified as a suspect believed to have assisted in the preparation of the crime by scouting the area. Police have explicitly advised the public against attempting to apprehend the suspects themselves.

Instead, law enforcement is urging anyone who spots the fugitives to immediately contact the police via the emergency number 110, providing their exact location. The public's safety is paramount, and authorities are taking all necessary measures to apprehend the suspects and ensure justice.

Instead, the police should be informed of the exact location via the emergency number 110.

โ€” Police and Public Prosecutor's Office EssenAuthorities issued instructions to the public regarding the armed fugitives.
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Originally published by Die Zeit in German. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.