Attack in Refugee Shelter: Security Guard Killed

Written by Camilla Jessen

May.30 - 2024 11:46 AM CET

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The attacker is on the run.

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A violent confrontation reportedly broke out in a shared accommodation for asylum seekers in Potsdam, Germany, resulting in the death of a security guard.

Initial reports from Die Presse indicated that the guard had been seriously injured at the asylum seekers' shelter on Geschwister-Scholl-Straße.

The situation remains unclear.

According to the public prosecutor's office, the perpetrator is currently at large. A police operation has been underway since 4:30 a.m. (local time).

Authorities have assured the public that there is no danger to the neighborhood.