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Explosive destruction of a Frankfurt public toilet sparks police probe

A midnight blast turned a Dixi cabin into debris—now police hunt clues. The city scrambles to restore services after this brazen act of destruction.

In this image we can see a toilet. There are few objects in the image. There are few objects on the...
In this image we can see a toilet. There are few objects in the image. There are few objects on the wall.

Explosive destruction of a Frankfurt public toilet sparks police probe

A portable toilet was completely destroyed in Frankfurt’s Niederrad district in the early hours of Saturday, December 13, 2025. The blast, caused by an unidentified pyrotechnic device, left the structure in ruins and prompted a police investigation into criminal damage. The incident took place at the intersection of Goldsteinstraße and Kandelstraße. Witnesses reported a loud explosion shortly after midnight, followed by flames engulfing the Dixi cabin. By the time emergency services arrived, the toilet had been reduced to debris. The latest explosion has left the area temporarily without public toilet facilities. Police continue to investigate the incident, urging anyone with information to come forward. The cost of repairs and potential security upgrades will be covered by the city council.

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