A police operation was initiated in the city center of Freising after reports of a man with a firearm, which turned out to be a toy gun, and firecrackers.
On Saturday afternoon in Freising's city center, a significant police response was triggered by reports of a man supposedly armed with a firearm. Witnesses contacted the police after observing a man who had reportedly ignited several firecrackers. When approached by a passerby, he displayed a weapon that was tucked into his waistband, leading authorities to treat it as a serious situation, assuming the weapon could be real.
The local police force swiftly launched a search operation. Shortly after, a 39-year-old homeless man was apprehended. It was revealed that he was in possession of a soft air gun, identifiable by its red plastic tip, along with several firecrackers. Given the initial perception that he was a potential threat, law enforcement responded with multiple units to ensure public safety as they pursued the suspect, who prompted significant concerns among the public for his threatening behavior.
During the arrest, the man exhibited signs of intoxication, prompting officers to administer a breathalyzer test which indicated a blood alcohol level of 1.24 parts per thousand. Consequently, he was charged with threats. This incident not only emphasizes the challenges law enforcement faces with intoxicated individuals but also raises questions about public safety protocols when encountering potentially armed persons.
