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Three injured in hotel reception altercation on Amager
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Three injured in hotel reception altercation on Amager

From Berlingske · () Danish

Translated from Danish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

News Official statement Outcome reported
  • Three people sustained injuries during an altercation at the reception of the Crowne Plaza Copenhagen Towers hotel on Amager.
  • Copenhagen police responded to the incident, which involved an estimated five to six individuals.
  • No arrests have been made, but police are investigating to identify those involved, stating there is no ongoing concern for public safety in the area.

An incident at the Crowne Plaza Copenhagen Towers hotel on Amager has left three people injured, Copenhagen police reported Sunday afternoon. The altercation, described as either a fight or an assault, occurred in the hotel's reception area.

There are three injured, but initially no serious injuries. Two have been taken for treatment, while the third is lightly injured.

โ€” Michael AndersenCopenhagen Police duty officer, describing the condition of those injured in the hotel incident.

According to police duty officer Michael Andersen, the injuries sustained by the three individuals are not considered serious. Two of the injured were transported for medical treatment, while the third received lighter injuries at the scene. The police estimate that five to six people were involved in the incident.

Not at the present time. We are working to find out who the perpetrators are.

โ€” Michael AndersenResponding to a question about arrests following the incident.

As of Sunday evening, no arrests have been made. Police are actively working to identify the perpetrators. Despite the ongoing investigation, authorities have assured the public that there is no cause for concern for those in the vicinity, and the situation at the hotel has been stabilized. Police remained present at the hotel into the late afternoon.

There is calm at the scene.

โ€” Michael AndersenReassuring the public about the safety situation after the police intervention.
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Originally published by Berlingske in Danish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.