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Darmstadt Rocks by Hate Crime, Zoo Burglary, Tram Accident

A hateful act at a synagogue, a brazen zoo burglary, and a tram accident injuring an elderly woman: Darmstadt's week has been marred by serious incidents.

In this picture we can see a market, in which we can see some stoles and we can see few people are...
In this picture we can see a market, in which we can see some stoles and we can see few people are around.

Darmstadt Rocks by Hate Crime, Zoo Burglary, Tram Accident

Darmstadt has witnessed a series of incidents this week, including a suspected hate crime at a synagogue, a burglary at the local zoo, and a tram accident that severely injured a 93-year-old woman. Police have arrested a 35-year-old man and are seeking witnesses for further information.

On Wednesday, an unknown individual threw a bottle at the entrance of Darmstadt’s synagogue. A 25-year-old suspect was later arrested in connection with this incident. Meanwhile, intruders broke into a building between 5:00 PM and 8:00 AM, stealing cash receipts. The total financial and property damage remains unknown.

In a separate incident, a 35-year-old man allegedly broke down a door and set several items of clothing on fire. He has been taken into provisional custody by the police.

Between Wednesday, 15th and Thursday, 16th, the Zoo Vivarium was burglarized. However, there is no public information available about this incident or any likely perpetrators.

The police are investigating these incidents and urge anyone with information to contact them at 06151/969-0. The 93-year-old woman injured in the tram accident is receiving medical care, and investigations into the cause of the collision are ongoing. The community awaits further updates from the authorities.

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