Hamburg Police Shoot Axe-Wielding Man Near Euro 2024 Fan Zone

The suspect, carrying a pickaxe and incendiary device, threatened officers before being injured and apprehended.

The incident occurred in Hamburg's St. Pauli district, close to a fan zone for the Euro 2024 tournament.
Police stated the attacker was not connected to the football event, though the area was crowded with fans.
Officers initially used pepper spray and fired a warning shot before shooting the suspect in the leg.
The man, who emerged from a pub, is receiving medical treatment for his injuries.
Authorities have heightened security for the month-long tournament due to concerns over potential violence and extremist attacks.