Chaos erupts overnight as fires, arrests, and break-ins strike the region
A chaotic night in the region saw several incidents, including a house fire, a series of arrests, and break-ins. Here's what unfolded.
In Angelburg-Lixfeld, a 22-year-old man was arrested after a police stop revealed he was under the influence of THC and cocaine. He was driving a roller without a valid license or insurance and had a small amount of cocaine on him. After medical checks, he was released but faces charges including drug driving, driving without a license, and drug offenses.
In Fronhausen-Hassenhausen, a fire in a single-family home on Zwester-Ohm-StraΓe caused over β¬50,000 in damage. The blaze, started by a faulty electric heater, left the two lower floors habitable. A 19-year-old sustained minor injuries from smoke inhalation while evacuating.
A travel agency on Am Untertor street in Wetter suffered an estimated β¬1,000 in damage during a break-in, though nothing was taken. Meanwhile, a physiotherapy clinic on Schwanallee in Marburg was burglarized, with a laptop stolen and around β¬400 in damage caused.
A 36-year-old man was arrested after a night of heavy drinking. He caused property damage, assaulted someone, resisted law enforcement, and was found in possession of drugs. In another incident, a 22-year-old man was arrested for fleeing from police on a motor scooter while under the influence of drugs and committing other traffic offenses.
These incidents highlight the need for vigilance and responsible behavior. Authorities are investigating and will ensure those responsible face justice. The community is urged to support those affected by these events.