Hamburg, December 13 – Police in Hamburg-Lurup shot and injured a man on Friday afternoon in Jevenstedter Straße after he allegedly threatened officers and a bailiff with a firearm. The incident occurred during an operation where police were providing support to a bailiff in a residential area. The man received medical attention at the scene and was subsequently transported to a hospital. The extent of his injuries remains unclear.
Police Respond to Armed Threat During Eviction Support
The incident unfolded when police officers were accompanying a court bailiff to an appointment. According to police statements, the officers and the bailiff were threatened by a man wielding a firearm. In response to the perceived threat, the officers discharged their weapons, striking the man.
Later in the evening, special forces conducted a search of the man’s home to check for potential booby traps, although no further details regarding this search were immediately released.
Weapon Confiscated and Deemed ‘Sharp’
Authorities confirmed that the weapon used by the man was confiscated and determined to be a ‘sharp’ (live) firearm. The police department stated that their officers acted in self-defense during the confrontation. As is standard procedure in such cases, the Department of Internal Investigations has launched an inquiry to determine the legality and justification of the use of force by the officers.
Further details regarding the man’s identity, the nature of the bailiff’s appointment, or the specific circumstances leading to the threat have not yet been made public.
Investigation Underway by Internal Affairs
The Department of Internal Investigations (Dezernat Interne Ermittlungen) is now reviewing the incident to ascertain whether the shooting was lawful. This investigation will involve examining witness statements, forensic evidence, and police protocols to ensure all procedures were followed correctly.
The Hamburg Journal reported on the incident at 6:00 PM on December 12, 2025, under the title “Schusswaffeneinsatz in Lurup” (Firearm deployment in Lurup).
As of Saturday morning, the condition of the injured man has not been updated. The police have not released any additional information regarding the ongoing investigation.
This incident highlights the inherent dangers faced by law enforcement officers and court officials during their duties, particularly when dealing with potentially volatile situations.
The community of Lurup, a district in Hamburg, is awaiting further details as the investigation progresses. Such events often lead to public discussion regarding police conduct and the safety of both officers and citizens.
The outcome of the internal investigation will be crucial in determining the official narrative of the events that transpired in Jevenstedter Straße.
Local authorities are expected to provide more information as it becomes available, particularly concerning the man’s health status and the findings of the internal investigation.
