German Police Shoot Axe- and Knife-Wielding Man Near Fan Zone Ahead of Poland vs Netherlands

Jun 16, 2024, 11:10 AM

German police shot and injured a man wielding an axe and knife near a fan zone in Hamburg. The incident occurred ahead of the Poland vs Netherlands match during a Dutch supporters march. The attacker, who also had an incendiary device, threatened police officers and was subsequently shot. The Reeperbahn area was closed and cleared of football supporters following the incident. The attacker has been described as 'severely injured' and was taken away in an ambulance. The police statement did not mention any connection to the Euros.