Man Fatally Shot by Police After Hammer Attack in Bochum

A 32-year-old man was killed by police during a confrontation in Bochum after reportedly attacking officers with a hammer.

The incident occurred in a multi-family house in Bochum, where the man was reportedly throwing items out of a window.
Police were called to the scene by witnesses who observed the man's erratic behavior and vandalism.
Upon arrival, the man allegedly attacked officers with a hammer, prompting them to draw their weapons.
The man retreated and barricaded himself in his apartment, leading to the involvement of police special forces.
Investigations suggest the man may have been suffering from mental illness, according to initial findings by the authorities.