McDonald's is a ubiquitous presence in Germany, with around 1,500 locations across the country.
And it was at one of these that a man got into trouble earlier today according to Tag24.
Swallowed an Object
Emergency services were called to a McDonald's in Zittau, Saxony, after a 42-year-old man reportedly swallowed an object during his visit to the fast-food restaurant.
According to reports, the incident occurred on Wednesday evening, prompting swift action from local authorities.
Around 7:40 PM, the man contacted emergency services from the exterior area of the restaurant on Äußere Weberstraße, complaining of discomfort and pain after swallowing something. Responding swiftly, paramedics transported him to a nearby hospital for medical evaluation.
Investigations ongoing
During subsequent investigations at the scene, emergency responders discovered and secured a nail, raising questions about its connection to the man's reported discomfort.
Authorities are currently investigating the incident from multiple angles, including the possibility of negligent bodily harm. A spokesperson from the Police Directorate Görlitz stated, "Investigations are ongoing in all directions regarding negligent bodily harm."
The exact circumstances surrounding how the nail ended up in the man's possession and whether it was indeed found in his food remain unclear at this time. Police inquiries are focused on gathering further details to determine the sequence of events leading up to the incident.
