In a tense incident in Trier's pedestrian zone, police officers shot a man who was approaching passersby while brandishing a knife. Fortunately, the man was injured but not critically, according to police reports. The precise motivations behind the man's actions remain unclear at this stage, and authorities have not provided additional context surrounding the situation.

Witnesses alerted the police after observing the man dangerously interacting with people in the area. Officers quickly responded and located the suspect a few minutes later on Moselstraße, where police intervened, resulting in at least one officer using a firearm against the individual. The urgency of the situation required police presence to ensure the safety of the pedestrians and to handle the suspect effectively.

Following the incident, the injured man was taken to a hospital for treatment. The police have maintained a significant presence in the area as investigations continue, aiming to understand the circumstances that led to this critical encounter. As the situation develops, further information is anticipated from law enforcement authorities.