Currently, it is urgently advised not to pick up any hitchhikers in the districts of Altenkirchen and Neuwied, especially in the area of the Ferdinand pit. It will be reported.
Region. The police headquarters in Koblenz was informed around 2 p.m. this afternoon that shots had been fired in the Breitscheid area. Two people were found with gunshot wounds. The other circumstances are currently being clarified, the presidency announced. Therefore no further details can be given. She asks that you continue to avoid the Ferdinand pit area and do not pick up hitchhikers. The police have cordoned off the area around the pit and are on site with many emergency services. The Koblenz Criminal Investigation Department has taken over the investigation.
As the SWR reports, a police helicopter is circling in the area of Breitscheid and the Ferdinand pit. Heavily armed units are also on site. Breitscheid residents were asked not to leave their homes. Pedestrians and cyclists were also instructed to avoid the area around the Ferdinand mine. The couriers will follow up as more information becomes available.
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