Child harmed by tear gas projectile
In a developing story in Hellersdorf, Germany, a 33-year-old man is under investigation following an incident that occurred around 9:45 PM on Kastanienallee. The man allegedly fired a blank gun from his balcony, causing irritant gas to enter a nearby apartment.
During the search of his apartment, police officers seized a blank gun, ammunition, and several cannabis plants. The man was found to have a breath alcohol level of approximately 2.5 per mille during the search.
A woman and her 8-year-old son, who were present in the affected apartment, were reported to have suffered irritation, and the child vomited multiple times. Fortunately, they are not reported to have any further injuries.
The investigation is now focusing on violations of the Weapons Act and the Cannabis Consumption Act. A specialized commission of the Police Directorate 3 (East) is investigating for dangerous bodily harm.
It's important to note that the use of blank guns and pepper spray is regulated by law in Germany. Blank guns are generally legal but subject to certain restrictions, while pepper spray is allowed for self-defense purposes under specific conditions.
Germany also has laws regarding the cultivation and possession of cannabis. While medical cannabis is legal under certain conditions, recreational use is not entirely legalized.
For accurate and detailed information about such incidents, it's advisable to consult local German news sources or official law enforcement announcements. The Prosecutor's Office has ordered a search of the man's apartment, and the investigation is ongoing.
- The investigation into the incident in Hellersdorf, Germany, is now expanding to include violations of both the Weapons Act and the Cannabis Consumption Act, as police discovered a blank gun, ammunition, and cannabis plants in the suspect's apartment.
- In addition to potential weapon and drug charges, the man is also being investigated for dangerous bodily harm due to the irritant gas incident that affected a nearby apartment, leading to discomfort for a woman and her 8-year-old son.
- Given the multifaceted nature of this incident, it involves not only crime and justice but also health and wellness, specifically mental health, as well as general news, as it highlights the regulations surrounding blank guns, pepper spray, and cannabis in Germany.
