Feb 22 β€’ 13:36 UTC πŸ‡©πŸ‡° Denmark Politiken

Wanted man found dead in the water in Copenhagen

A wanted man has been found dead in the water near Knippelsbro in Copenhagen.

On Sunday, a man's body was discovered in the waters by Knippelsbro in Copenhagen. The Copenhagen Police received a report at 12:52 PM regarding a person in the water, who was confirmed to be deceased upon arrival. Police spokesperson Anette Ostenfeldt informed the media that crews remain on site, and the victim's family has been notified of the tragic news.

The deceased, identified as Samuel, was wanted by the authorities and was last seen leaving a venue in Pilestræde, a central area of Copenhagen, around 2 AM on Saturday night. The investigation is ongoing, and police have cordoned off the area beneath Knippelsbro where responders, including police, rescue services, and a paramedic, are currently present. The circumstances leading to the man's death remain unclear, prompting further investigation into how he ended up in the water.

This incident highlights the ongoing concerns about safety and the wellbeing of individuals in the city, especially considering the previous reports that led to the police searching for Samuel. As the investigation continues, details surrounding his final hours and the circumstances of his death will be paramount in understanding the situation better, and it reignites discussions on how authorities manage cases of missing or at-risk individuals in urban environments.

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