Police shoot armed man outside supermarket in Dresden
A 41-year-old carrying a musket-like weapon was shot by police in Dresden on Wednesday morning after opening fire on officers.
Police shoot armed man outside supermarket in Dresden
An armed 41-year-old was shot by police in Dresden on Wednesday morning. The incident occurred outside a supermarket in the Saxon state capital.
According to police statements, the man appeared on the premises carrying a musket-like weapon. When officers arrived at the scene, the man pointed the firearm at the police and opened fire.
Several police officers then opened fire on the assailant. The 41-year-old died at the scene. Eyewitnesses filmed the gun battle.
Investigations into the exact background of the incident are ongoing. The public prosecutor's office and internal police units are investigating the incident.
Source: Bild.de
Source: BILD