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Two Walkers Hit by Shotgun Pellets During Driven Hunt in Ostfriesland

Police opened an inquiry into a 40-year-old hunter on suspicion of negligent bodily injury.

Overview

  • The couple was walking with their dog on fields near Großefehn in Landkreis Aurich when they were struck around midday Saturday.
  • A 42-year-old woman was hit in the forehead and a 45-year-old man in the arm, with pellets causing minor injuries without penetrating.
  • Emergency responders encountered the hunting party at the scene following the shot.
  • A participating hunter admitted firing; officers inspected her shotgun and firearms documentation.
  • Authorities describe the case as a hunting accident and note similar incidents in 2025, including several that were fatal.