Investigation results have been reported to the Commission as well.
In a tense and dramatic turn of events in the town of Heide, police officers from the local station were forced to take action against a 38-year-old traffic participant from Elmshorn on Sunday evening.
The incident began at 20:01, when the police attempted to stop the man for a traffic violation. However, instead of complying, he decided to flee the scene.
The pursuit continued for some time, with the man losing control of his BMW in Osterfeld and ending up in an adjacent ditch. Despite the accident, the man climbed out of his vehicle through the passenger door and continued his escape on foot.
Armed with a knife, the fugitive threatened the pursuing police officers and attempted to flee. Despite the use of pepper spray and the threat of firearms, the man showed no reaction. In an effort to apprehend him, the officers took the opportunity to overpower him and took him into police custody.
A warning shot was fired during the incident, but it initially had no effect on the suspect.
Nine patrol cars were involved in the operation, which was originally triggered by the man's refusal to stop for the police. The original content of this article was transmitted via news aktuell by the Police Directorate Itzehoe.
Following his arrest, the 38-year-old man from Elmshorn will have to answer to various criminal charges, including endangerment of traffic. For further inquiries, the Police Directorate Itzehoe Press Office can be contacted at the provided contact information.
After the police measures, the man was taken to a hospital for medical evaluation. The exact nature of his injuries is not yet known.
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of complying with police instructions and the potential consequences of fleeing from the authorities.
