State Security Investigates Attack on Football Fans in Hamburg
Hamburg, June 24 – State Security has initiated an investigation into an attack on a group of football fans in the Barmbek district of Hamburg. The incident, which occurred last Saturday, involved several men being assaulted by suspected left-wing extremists. The Hamburg police believe the attack was a targeted act.
Targeted Attack on “Gemeinsam Deutschland gestalten” Supporters
On the evening of the attack, several supporters of the group “Gemeinsam Deutschland gestalten” were watching the German national team’s match against Ivory Coast at a bar in Barmbek. The group had previously announced this gathering on their Instagram channel, though without specifying the location.
30 to 40 Masked Individuals Attacked the Group
After the match, as the men were returning home, they were ambushed by 30 to 40 masked individuals on Fuhlsbüttler Straße. According to police reports, the attackers chanted “Alerta, alerta Antifascista.” Two of the victims sustained minor injuries from pepper spray and required hospital treatment.
The suspected left-wing extremists managed to flee the scene after the assault. The group “Gemeinsam Deutschland gestalten” states that it advocates for increased national pride and more consistent deportations.
Broader Context: Recent Events in Hamburg
This incident occurs amidst other significant events in Hamburg. Following the national team’s victory, approximately 25,000 people celebrated in St. Pauli and Schanze, temporarily blocking streets and emergency vehicles. Additionally, Hamburg is facing budgetary challenges, with plans to increase investments while cutting current expenditures, potentially involving higher fees and longer working hours. The 32nd Hamburg Half Marathon, originally scheduled for this Sunday, has been canceled due to an anticipated heatwave, with a new date yet to be announced. A warning strike is also affecting supermarkets and discounters in Hamburg, potentially leading to empty shelves and longer queues. In a separate incident, a 57-year-old cyclist died in Wandsbek after colliding with two cars while reportedly attempting to cross a street.
The Hamburg State Security continues its investigation into the attack on the football fans, aiming to identify and apprehend the perpetrators.
Source: https://www.ndr.de/nachrichten/hamburg/vermummte-greifen-fussball-fans-in-hamburg-mit-messern-und-pfefferspray-an,angriff-118.html
