Car attack in Neustadt: Police increase presence following large-family conflict
Following a deliberate car attack on a group of people in Neustadt am Rübenberge, police are to increase their presence. Investigators suspect a conflict between large families behind the incident.
Car attack in Neustadt: Police increase presence following large-family conflict
A BMW was deliberately driven into a small group of people in Neustadt am Rübenberge on Monday evening. At least five people were injured, ranging from minor to serious. Police officers who were conducting a traffic stop nearby opened fire on the vehicle. The driver left the car and fled.
According to noz.de, Interior Minister Daniela Behrens (SPD) is attributing the incident to an escalation between large families, which would be classified as part of so-called clan crime. However, no final classification has yet been made. The Interior Ministry announced that police presence at the scene would be significantly increased in the short term. The concrete deployment plan is the responsibility of the relevant police directorate.
Based on investigations so far, the attack was deliberate and was not directed against the general public. Interior Ministry spokesperson Oliver Grimm emphasised that a clear family connection is required for an act to be classified as clan crime. Mere membership of a family with members who have criminal records is not sufficient. Interior Minister Behrens commended the swift intervention of the police officers and stated that they prevented something worse from happening. The increased presence is also intended to restore the sense of security at the scene.
Source: Google News DE — Crime (de)