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Mushroom Forager Discovers Cache of War Munitions in Dortmund Forest

A mushroom collector stumbled upon a backpack containing grenades and ammunition, prompting a controlled detonation by authorities.

  • The discovery was made on Friday in a wooded area near Strümpenbusch, in the Mengede district of Dortmund.
  • The backpack contained several hand grenades, a mortar shell, and machine gun ammunition.
  • Police were notified, and the bomb disposal unit safely detonated the explosives.
  • An investigation has been launched against unknown individuals for violating the War Weapons Control Act.
  • The origin of the munitions remains unclear as authorities continue their inquiries.
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