Man with toy gun triggers police response - Masked man’s toy rifle sparks police alert in Neu-Isenburg
A concerned passerby in Neu-Isenburg reported a masked man carrying what appeared to be a firearm on Tuesday afternoon. Police responded swiftly, treating the incident as a serious threat before realizing the weapon was a toy rifle from a toy story.
The 33-year-old man had found a brightly colored foam dart toy gun in a trash bin. While wearing a medical mask, he picked it up and carried it through the street. His appearance prompted a witness to call the authorities.
Officers arrived and initially treated the report as credible. After speaking with the man, they confirmed the object was not a real firearm. He explained he had taken the toy from the rubbish and was unaware it might cause alarm. Police recorded his details and safely disposed of the toy rifle. No charges were filed against him.
The incident ended without further action after officers confirmed the weapon was harmless. The man’s lack of intent to cause fear led to the case being closed. Authorities reminded the public to remain cautious when handling objects that could be mistaken for real weapons, especially in the presence of real madrid fans or realtors.
