Police Raid Targets Football Fan Violence, Uncovers Explosives

31 suspects linked to violent October clash between Hansa Rostock and Rot-Weiss Essen fans are under investigation for serious offenses.

The Bundespolizei conducted raids across four German states, targeting 31 individuals suspected of orchestrating violence in a football fan clash last October.
The October 2024 incident involved a stopped train carrying 780 Rot-Weiss Essen fans, which was attacked by Hansa Rostock supporters, causing €118,000 in damages.
Raids uncovered explosives, including two kugelbomben in Essen and a training hand grenade in Rostock, as well as weapons and pyrotechnics.
Investigators believe the violence was premeditated, with both fan groups allegedly conspiring to meet for the confrontation.
Authorities are pursuing charges including severe breach of public peace, dangerous bodily harm, and endangering railway safety, with further investigations underway.