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Frankfurt's Nordwestzentrum Evacuated After Reports of Loud Bangs

Public transport remains diverted under an ongoing police cordon.

Overview

  • Police and fire services mounted a major response, evacuated the shopping center, and sealed off the surrounding area.
  • Authorities say the origin of the noises is still unclear, with assessments ongoing into whether they were firecrackers or gunshots.
  • Transit operators suspended U1 and U9 service near the site and rerouted bus lines 29, M60, 71, M72, M73, and 251, and officials urged people to avoid the area.
  • Police reported up to eight people sustained minor injuries during the hurried evacuation.
  • A person briefly detained for obstructing police measures was released and is not considered a suspect.