Bridge Collapse in Bremen-Haven: Suspect Found for Bridge Damage Incident
In Bremerhaven, Germany, on Sunday, August 10, 2025, a bascule bridge in Schleusenstraße, Bremerhaven-Mitte was damaged. The incident took place on a Sunday, and the damage was caused by an unknown suspect.
Thanks to the witnesses' detailed accounts, the suspected culprit was quickly identified and taken into custody. The individuals who closely monitored the situation, informed the police of their observations, and made themselves available as witnesses are thanked.
The police were called to the scene and the suspect who damaged the bascule bridge's control box is currently in police custody. The unknown suspect damaged the control box of the bascule bridge's barrier system.
Investigations into the damage to the bascule bridge are ongoing, and the Bremerhaven Police are handling all inquiries related to the incident. For further inquiries about the incident, the Bremerhaven Police can be contacted at 0471 953-1400. The email address for press inquiries is [email protected], and Nadine Laue serves as a point of contact for such matters.
The website for the Bremerhaven Police is https://www.polizei.bremerhaven.de/. The public is encouraged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the police. The safety and security of the community are top priorities for the Bremerhaven Police.