Arrest made on an active warrant for a suspected firearm offender
In a developing story, the Police Directorate 1 (North) has made an arrest in connection with a shooting incident that took place in Gesundbrunnen last night.
The incident occurred between a 28-year-old man and three acquaintances in Drontheimer Straße. According to reports, an argument escalated, leading one of the individuals to pull out a live firearm and shoot the 28-year-old in the foot.
A passerby found the injured man lying on the ground and alerted the police, who responded promptly. The man was transported to a hospital for treatment and underwent surgery for his gunshot wound. He is currently under inpatient care.
The Police Directorate 1 (North) executed an arrest warrant and a search warrant on behalf of the Public Prosecutor's Office Berlin at a residence in Wedding. The suspect, a 32-year-old man, was apprehended around 10:30 PM in Reinickendorfer Straße. During the arrest, the suspect sustained injuries that were treated on the spot.
The suspect is now in custody and is being investigated for dangerous bodily harm. A specialized commission of the Police Directorate 1 (North) has taken over the further investigation. The focus of the investigation is the search for the perpetrator, with the trio remaining at large.
The evidence seized during the search is being evaluated, and further investigations, including into the background of the crime, are ongoing. It's important to note that there are no search results or public information available about the perpetrator of the attempted murder with a firearm in Gesundbrunnen in June 2025.
As the investigation continues, we will keep you updated on any new developments. Our thoughts are with the injured man and his family during this difficult time.
