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Hansa Rostock Faces DFB Disciplinary Case and Police Probe After Stadium Pyro Injures Boy, 9

City officials say only limited hand flares were licensed while additional devices linked to the burns were not approved.

Overview

  • The nine-year-old remains in specialist care in Lübeck after surgery that included a skin graft, his mother said.
  • The DFB’s Kontrollausschuss opened proceedings, requested a statement from the club, and noted no application was filed with its safety commission for the show.
  • Police have begun a criminal investigation into the incident, with reports stating four people were injured in total.
  • FC Hansa Rostock expressed deep regret, pledged full cooperation with inquiries, and said it is in contact with the family.
  • Supporters launched a crowdfunding campaign to assist the boy’s family as medical treatment and potential legal steps are considered.