Fatal Police Shooting in Hessen: Woman's Weapon Not Lethal

A 20-year-old woman was shot by police after brandishing a weapon that turned out to be non-lethal in Schwalmstadt, prompting an investigation.

The woman directed a weapon at officers outside a police station, which was later identified as non-lethal, possibly a blank gun or airsoft pistol.
The incident occurred after the woman returned to the station following a prior arrest for suspected drunk driving and leaving an accident scene.
Despite immediate first aid, the woman died from her injuries in the ambulance; she had been hit by at least two police bullets.
There is no evidence of political or terrorist motives behind the woman's actions, and her reasons for confronting the police remain unclear.
An investigation into the officers involved has been launched, following standard procedure for incidents involving police use of firearms.