Overview

• The blast occurred Wednesday evening outside the congregation’s hall near Rosengasse and Bergstraße, injuring a 28-year-old officer who was hospitalized and deemed unfit for duty.
• Police say a chemical reaction likely triggered the detonation of a prepared plastic bottle found at the entrance to the venue.
• Investigations led by Kripo Traunstein and the state security unit cover disturbance of religious exercise, causing an explosive device, and dangerous bodily harm.
• Officers report prior disruptions of the meetings, allegedly by children or teenagers who also ignited fireworks on earlier occasions.
• Authorities increased visible patrols, held explanatory talks with youths, seized some fireworks during checks, and are still assessing whether the motive was targeted or merely a juvenile prank.